Dharmendra passes away highlights: Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kamal Haasan, Rajinikanth bid adieu

Dharmendra passes away live updates: News broke on Monday morning that Dharmendra had died at age 89, days ahead of his 90th birthday. The actor was hospitalised earlier this month due to ill health. His family was spotted attending his last rites at Pawan Hans Crematorium before returning home. Numerous celebrities, including Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Rajinikanth, and Kamal Haasan, mourned his death. Dharmendra's family is yet to release a statement about his death. Scroll our live updates for more.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Mourning his passing, Preity Zinta wrote, "What do you say about a man that was all heart, so loving, so compassionate & one of the biggest superstars & a legend of Indian cinema. When I didn’t know him I loved him and when I met him I loved him even more. Words fail me as I feel sadness creep into my heart."

She added, "I will miss you beyond words Dharam Ji ! Thank you for always being so kind, and for being so generous and loving to me. Thank you for entertaining us and for uplifting others around you. You lit up so many lives. There will never be another like you."

Dharmendra passes away live updates: "A man above and beyond stardom, truly an icon. May your soul rest in peace Sir. Condolences to the family in this hour. Om shanti," wrote Naga Chaitanya.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Numerous Salman Khan fans posted old videos of Salman and Dharmendra on social media to remember their bond. "He always treated him like a son," wrote a bereaved fan.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: A video of Kajol leaving Dharmendra's home has surfaced online, with the actor getting mobbed by fans while trying to get to her car.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Preity Zinta was spotted arriving at Dharmendra's home to meet Sunny, Bobby Deol and the rest of the family.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: "A legend has left us. Rest easy Dharmendra sir," wrote Rashmika Mandanna. Several celebrities from across film industries have mourned his loss.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Zayed Khan and Sussanne Khan were spotted visiting Dharmendra's home to pay condolences to his family, with the former looking emotional. Aryan Khan had also visited them earlier in the evening.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Paying tribute to Dharmendra after his death, Kamal Haasan wrote, "Deeply saddened by the passing of my dear friend and legendary actor Dharmendra ji. Dharam Ji’s charm, humility and strength of spirit were as real off-screen as on it. Indian cinema has lost one of its kindest icons. My heartfelt condolences to his family and admirers."

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Praying for Dharmendra's family, Mahesh Babu wrote, "Cinema has lost one of its strongest voices today… Rest in peace Dharmendra Deol Sir. The honesty and weight you brought to every character across generations and eras will continue to inspire us always….Praying for strength and courage to his family during this difficult time."

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Politician Shashi Tharoor revealed in the obituary for Dharmendra that his mother's favourite character was Veeru from Sholay. "Rest in peace, Dharmendra. Thank you for the songs, the sorrow, and the sublime romance. The reel is over, but the light remains," he wrote for NDTV.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Shah Rukh Khan's son Aryan Khan was spotted visiting Dharmendra's residence after his last rites to meet the veteran's family.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Shatrughan Sinha, who has been a close friend of Dharmendra, shared an emotional note on the demise of the star.

He posted several pictures with him and wrote in the caption, "Heart broken, pained & deeply saddened by the passing away of our dearest family friend, our elder brother, people's hero, @aapkadharm

Most loved, son of the soil, pride of Punjab /Maharashtra a 'Bharat Ratna" in true sense, down to earth, kind & a humble human being. He will be remembered forever for his great contributions to the film industry/ cinema. A personality in totality an era of 'He Man/Star' has gone. My first 'Hero' & People's Hero' in the film industry is no more. It is an irreparable & irreplaceable loss to all of us & the entire film industry.

Strength to the family, friends, well wishers & fans in these traumatic times. 🕉️Shanti."

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Juhi Chawla called Dharmendra a ‘born superstar’ in her tribute.

Taking to her X account, Juhi wrote, "When I was a child, I watched Sholay so many times … the drunken Veeru on the village water tanker proposing to Basanti, Veeru in the temple behind Shivji fooling Basanti, Veeru & Jai on the scooter singing Ye Dosti … Dharamji was a born superstar … His enigmatic presence lit up the silver screen … His good looks, romance, strength & humour 🥰🌟 anddd his iconic dance moves ..!! He will live in our hearts forever 🙏🙏🙏

Deeply saddened to hear the news … Heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Rest in peace Dharamji."

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Virat Kohli penned a tribute for the late actor on his X account.

He wrote: “Today, we have lost a legend of Indian cinema who captivated hearts with his charm and his talent. A true icon who inspired everyone who watched him. May the family find strength in this tough time. My sincere condolences to the whole family.”

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Zeenat Aman penned a heartfelt tribute for her frequent co-star, recalling how kind his persona was on set.

Sharing a pair of pictures with him, Zeenat said, "I am so sad to learn that the world lost a jewel from the Hindi film industry today.

Dharam ji was always amongst my favourite co-stars, and I am blessed to have worked alongside him in a number of movies. For an introverted personality such as myself, his down to earth demeanour and natural kindness were a warm comfort on set. At times when the pressure, glitz and glam felt horribly garish, there he was with no pretences or guile. A sweet reminder that life is about the real things not the fluff.

My heartfelt condolences to his family, may it be of some solace that his legacy is cherished by millions of Indians around the world."

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Paying homage to Dharmenda, Sonu Sood wrote, "Sir, it was a privilege to meet you. A truly humble, grounded soul — there will never be another Dharmendra. You inspired me to come to Mumbai and chase my dream of becoming an actor. Thank you for inspiring millions. Rest in peace, sir."

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Videos of fans crowding outside Dharmendra's house and the crematorium have surfaced online. Some fans broke down in tears, heartbroken that they didn't get 'antim darshan' (one last look) at the veteran before his death.

Dharmendra passes away live updates - Amitabh Bachchan was spotted with his son Abhishek Bachchan at the Vile Parle Crematorium in Mumbai to bid farewell to his friend Dharmendra. Amitabh's Jai and Dharmendra's Veeru from Sholay remain iconic to this day.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Shah Rukh Khan, Gauri Khan and Govinda were spotted attending Dharmendra's last rites at Pawan Hans crematorium.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: In 1983 when his career had slowed down, Dharmendra was asked if it was the end of the line for him. He told HT, “As an actor, I believe in dying with my boots on. And in that respect, ‘the end’ is certainly nowhere near as far as I can tell you.” Read more here.

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Rajinikanth penned a note for his friend Dharmendra after his passing that read: “Farewell, my friend. I will always remember your golden heart and the moments we shared. Rest in peace, Dharam ji. My deepest condolences to his family.”

Dharmendra passes away live updates: Talking to Hindustan Times, Nikhil Siddhartha revealed that he wouldn't eat food when he was a kid, unless Sholay was played. “It’s sad that he has passed away, but his life is a great example of what I want to be. Every actor wants to be like him,” he said. Read more here.

"Some artists don’t just entertain us — they shape us. Dharmendra ji was one of them.

A true son of the soil… rooted in simplicity, warmth and goodness. Even at the height of superstardom, he stayed closest to the land that nurtured him.

I will always hold dear those moments he shared from his farmhouse — feeding animals, touching trees with love, walking through the fields. In a fast world, he reminded us to live gently… to laugh, to love, to belong to nature.

Today we honour the icon, and the farmer’s son who carried the fragrance of “mitti” wherever he went.

Thank you, Dharmendra ji, for showing us what it means to live with an open heart and for showing us real strength is born from empathy.

You live on — in our memories, and in every patch of earth where kindness grows. 🤍🌾

Deepest Condolences to his family, friends, and fans," wrote Dia.

“The OG of the Good Man is gone and the world is poorer for it.. somehow it seems like we are only losing the good people in it. Kind to the core and loved always . RIP Dharamji .. with love always,” wrote Kajol with a picture of her son Yug and Dharam ji.