PURI, Nov 24: Renowned sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik paid a heartfelt tribute to the late veteran actor Dharmendra Ji with a stunning sand art installation at Puri Beach in Odisha on Monday.
The artwork, inscribed with the message “RIP Dharmendra Ji , End of an Era,” reflects the nation’s deep respect and admiration for the legendary actor.
Pattnaik crafted a 5-foot-long sand sculpture using around six tonnes of sand, portraying Dharmendra Ji’s dignified presence and capturing the grace, strength, and charisma that made him one of Indian cinema’s most cherished personalities.
Students from Pattnaik’s Sand Art Institute also assisted in creating the magnificent piece.
The sand artist remarked that Dharmendra Ji, the He-Man of Bollywood, acted in over 300 films across six decades, becoming a symbol of charm, strength, and versatility. His memorable performances in films like Sholay, Phool Aur Patthar, and Chupke Chupke left an everlasting impact. Iconic dialogues such as “Kutte, kamine, main tera khoon pi jaaunga!” and “Basanti, in kutton ke saamne mat nachna!” continue to resonate across generations.
“Dharmendra Ji is not just an actor, he is an emotion for millions. This artwork is a humble salute to his unmatched contribution to Indian cinema,” Pattnaik said.
(UNI)
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