Veteran Bollywood icon Dharmendra passed away at the age of 89, leaving the entire film industry and millions of fans grieving the loss of one of Indian cinema’s most beloved stars. The legendary actor breathed his last on Monday afternoon at his Mumbai residence. His final rites were performed the same day at the Vile Parle Pawan Hans Crematorium, where top film personalities including Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Sanjay Dutt arrived to pay their last respects. Emotional visuals from the cremation showed the fraternity’s grief and admiration for the star. On Tuesday morning, Dharmendra’s grandson Karan Deol visited the Vile Parle crematorium to collect his grandfather’s ashes. Karan appeared visibly saddened as he completed the rituals on behalf of the Deol family, a moment that deeply moved onlookers and fans watching from a distance. Several heartfelt condolences poured in from across the film industry. Amitabh Bachchan shared an emotional tribute on X, remembering his Sholay co-star with immense affection. He wrote that time had changed many things, but Dharmendra himself never changed — his warmth, simplicity, and humanity remained constant throughout decades of friendship. Moments after the news broke, celebrities rushed to the Deol residence to offer condolences to the grieving family. Rekha, Preity Zinta, Kajol, Shilpa Shetty, Shamita Shetty, Farhan Akhtar, Zoya Akhtar, Vatsal Sheth, and many others visited the house to pay homage to the legendary actor. Their presence reflected Dharmendra’s unmatched goodwill in the film fraternity. Dharmendra had been struggling with age-related health issues for a while. On November 10, he experienced severe breathing difficulties and was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai, where he was placed on ventilator support for a short duration. During this period, false reports of his death surfaced on social media, which the family firmly denied. Fortunately, he showed improvement and was discharged on November 12, with doctors advising continued treatment at home. Despite ongoing care, his health deteriorated again, eventually leading to his demise on Monday. Dharmendra’s departure marks the end of an era in Indian cinema. Over a career spanning more than six decades, he acted in over 300 films and became one of the most adored stars in the country. From intense roles in “Phool Aur Patthar” and “Satyakam” to iconic performances in “Sholay,” “Chupke Chupke,” “Dream Girl,” and countless others, he left behind a legacy few can match. Known not only for his on-screen charisma but also for his humble and affectionate nature, Dharmendra remained a gentleman of the industry till his last breath. His demise is an irreplaceable loss — not just for Bollywood, but for Indian culture as a whole. His work, warmth, and humanity will forever be remembered by fans and generations of filmmakers and actors who were inspired by him.
Legendary Actor Dharmendra Passes Away at 89; Bollywood Icons Pay Heartfelt Tributes
