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.

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