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From Sholay to Farewell: Tributes Pour in for Dharmendra
25 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Numerous Bollywood stars visited Sunny Deol's residence to support the family.
- Dharmendra, a legendary actor, passed away at the age of 89.
- The veteran actor was honored with the Padma Bhushan civilian award.
The legendary Indian actor Dharmendra passed away on November 24th at the age of 89, casting a pall of grief over the film industry. In the wake of this profound loss, a multitude of Bollywood's biggest stars converged at Sunny Deol's home to stand in solidarity with the grieving family. This heartfelt display of support underscored Dharmendra's significant impact on cinema and his cherished relationships within the industry.
Among the many who offered their condolences were Saif Ali Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Ananya Panday, joining a long list of well-wishers. Earlier, a somber gathering at the Pawan Hans Crematorium saw luminaries like Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, and Salman Khan pay their final respects. Dharmendra's wife, Hema Malini, and daughter Esha Deol were also present, visibly heartbroken.
Dharmendra built an illustrious career spanning decades, leaving an indelible mark with classics such as 'Sholay' and 'Chupke Chupke.' His immense contributions to Indian cinema were recognized with the Padma Bhushan, the nation's third-highest civilian honor. His final film, 'Ikkis,' is slated for release on December 25th.
