Dharmendra's Financial Legacy: A Fortune of Rs 450 Crore and Beyond

The iconic action star of Bollywood, Dharmendra, passed away on Monday (November 24) after a prolonged illness at the age of 89. Arguably one of Hindi cinema's biggest icons, the legend from Punjab was an inimitable entertainer and darling of the masses. He endured a colourful life, both on and off the screen.

Dharmendra undoubtedly leaves behind a cinematic legacy of the highest order. He also created a fortune of wealth during his lifetime, with his political career adding to the mileage that his film career gave him. According to The Economic Times, Dharmendra's net worth is estimated to be around Rs 450 crore.

Dharmendra was one of the highest-paid actors during his peak but he also had several other sources of income. The major source was undoubtedly real estate. The veteran owned several acres of land in Lonavala, the valuation of which is in crores. He also had a farmhouse in this region with approximately 30 cottages built near it.

Dharmendra also owns plenty of residential properties in Maharashtra, cumulatively valued at Rs 17 crore. He had a huge fascination for luxury cars and always kept himself updated with the latest resources. From Fiat in the 1960s to the latest Mercedes Benz, Dharamji had it all.

Restaurant chains were another area that Dharmendra specialised in. The outlet He-Man, which originated in Haryana, became a runaway hit due to the innovative concept of being a highway restaurant, a rarity during the era of its inception. Once his days as a lead hero were over, another restaurant chain named Naram Garam Dharam came as a tribute to his legacy.

While Dharmendra was the brand of this restaurant chain, the business aspects were dealt with by other partners. Dharmendra also made significant earnings during his political career. His multifaceted life and diverse investments ensured that his financial legacy would be remembered as much as his contributions to Bollywood.