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Dharmendra passes away highlights: Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth bid adieu
Dharmendra passes away: Veteran Bollywood star died on November 24, and was later cremated at the Pawan Hans crematorium.
Dharmendra passes away: Veteran Bollywood star Dharmendra has passed away. He was 89. •Hema Malini and Esha Deol were spotted by the media on Monday afternoon outside a crematorium. This came two weeks after they brought Hema's husband Dharmendra back home from hospital, where he was admitted due to ill health....Read More
•Dharmendra, 89, was recently discharged from Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital last week and has been recuperating at home.
•“Dharmendra was discharged at 7.30 am today. His family is taking care of him at their residence. Pray that his treatment and recovery continue smoothly,” said Dr Pratit Samdani. Several film industry members, including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Aamir Khan, visited to check on him during this time.
•A day after his discharge, Sunny Deol was seen losing his temper at photographers stationed outside their home. Visibly emotional, he told them, “Aap logon ko sharam aani chahiye... Aapke ghar mein maa-baap hain, bachche hain…”, folding his hands in frustration.
•In a career spanning over six decades, Dharmendra has given several memorable performances in films like Ayee Milan Ki Bela, Phool Aur Patthar, Aaye Din Bahar Ke, Seeta Aur Geeta, Raja Jani, Jugnu, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost, Sholay, Pratiggya, Charas, Dharam Veer, among others.
•The actor will be seen in the war drama Ikkis starring Agastya Nanda.
Dharmendra passes away live updates: Karan Johar pays tribute
"It is an end of an ERA….. a massive mega star… the embodiment of a HERO in mainstream cinema… incredibly handsome and the most enigmatic screen presence … he is and will always be a bonafide Legend of Indian Cinema… defining and richly present in the pages of cinema history … but mostly he was the best human being… he was so loved by everyone in our industry …. He only had immense love and positivity for everyone … his blessings, his hug and his incredible warmth will be missed more than words can describe …. Today there is a gaping hole in our industry … a space that can never be filled by anyone … there will always be the one and only DHARAMJI… we love you kind Sir…. We will miss you so much…. The heavens are blessed today…. It will always be my blessing to have worked with you…. And my heart says with respect, reverence and love…. Abhi Na jao chodke…. Ke dil abhi bhara nahi……
OM SHANTI🕉️," posted Karan Johar.
Dharmendra passes away live update: The veteran actor has passed away
After years of glorious career in Bollywood, veteran actor Dharmendra has passed away at 89. His last rites will be performed at Mumbai's Pawan Hans crematorium.
Dharmendra health updates live: Next film's poster released on same day
Amid all the concern about his health, the makers of Ikkis on Monday shared the character poster of Dharmendra from the film, calling him a "timeless legend".
The actor essays the role of M L Khetarpal in Sriram Raghavan's directorial, which is set to release in theatres on December 25.
The film features Agastya Nanda in the role of Arun Khetarpal, the youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra.
Production banner Maddock Films uploaded the poster of the actor on the official X handle. "Fathers raise sons. Legends raise nations. Dharmendra ji, an emotional powerhouse as the father of a 21-year-old immortal soldier. One timeless legend brings us the story of another. #IkkisTrailerOutNow - 'Ikkis' in cinemas worldwide on 25th December 2025," read the caption.
Dharmendra health updates live: Ambulance arrives at crematorium
Ambulance arrived at the crematorium post noon. However, there is no word from the family about the actor's health.
Dharmendra health updates live: When Shatrughan met Dharmendra
Actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha and his wife, Poonam Sinha on last Monday, met veteran star Hema Malini and inquired about Dharmendra's health condition.
Taking to his X handle, the TMC MP shared pictures from their meeting.
"Along with my 'bestest half' @PoonamSinha went to meet, greet & God Bless, our very dear family friend, one of the finest human beings, star/actress, par excellence, artist of the highest calibre, an able Parliamentarian @dreamgirlhema," Shatrughan Sinha wrote in the X post.
He also shared that he spoke with Hema Malini about the legendary 'Sholay' actor's health and added, "Our prayers are with them all & we inquired about 'his' our elder brother's & the family's wellbeing too."
Dharmendra health updates live: Esha Deol spotted outside a crematorium
Esha Deol was seen in a sombre mood outside the Pavan Hans crematorium. She did not speak to the media that surrounded her.
Dharmendra health updates live: Heavy security outside home
The paparazzi spotted heavy security and an ambulance outside Dharmendra home on November 24, around noon.
