Mumbai, India — Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra passed away at the age of 89 at his residence in Mumbai on Monday morning, leaving the film industry and millions of fans in mourning.
Health Condition Before Death
- Dharmendra had been hospitalized at Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai, earlier this month due to respiratory complications and age-related health issues.
- Doctors monitored him for several days; he responded to treatment but remained weak.
- On 12 November, he was discharged and shifted home to continue medical care under supervision.
- Family members revealed that his health had been fluctuating since his discharge, and his condition deteriorated in the last 48 hours.
Place of Death
- The actor passed away at his Juhu residence early in the morning, surrounded by family.
- Medical professionals confirmed natural causes connected to respiratory failure and age-related complications.
Funeral & Last Rites
- Dharmendra’s funeral took place at Pawan Hans Crematorium, Vile Parle, where a large crowd gathered.
- His son Sunny Deol performed the last rites, while Bobby Deol, Hema Malini, Esha Deol, and Ahana Deol were present.
- Bollywood icons including Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Jaya Bachchan, Akshay Kumar, and many others attended to pay their respects.
- Security was tightened outside both his residence and the crematorium due to the massive public turnout.
Nationwide Reactions
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief, calling Dharmendra’s death “the end of an era in Indian cinema.”
- Celebrities, political leaders, fans, and industry colleagues flooded social media with tributes and emotional messages.
- The film industry announced that several productions halted shoots for a day as a mark of respect.
Legacy
- Dharmendra’s career spanned six decades, with over 300 films, including classics like Sholay, Satyakam, Phool Aur Patthar, Seeta Aur Geeta, and Anupama.
- Known as Bollywood’s “He-Man”, he was admired for his charm, versatility, and iconic dialogue delivery.
- His contribution to Indian cinema remains unmatched, inspiring generations of actors and filmmakers.
