When did Dharmendra pass away?

Dharmendra passed away on November 24, 2025, at the age of 89.

Why did Hema Malini hold a separate prayer meet for Dharmendra?

Hema Malini organized a separate prayer meet to honor Dharmendra, with suggestions that this might have avoided potential issues at the Deols' event.

Who attended Dharmendra's prayer meets?

Family, colleagues, and prominent dignitaries attended the prayer meets, with the Deols' event described as having a massive turnout.

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Hema Malini Holds Separate Prayer Meet for Dharmendra

18 Dec, 2025

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Dharmendra passed away on November 24, 2025, at the age of 89.
Hema Malini organized a prayer meet separately from the Deol family.
Theatre owner cited potential disruptions as a reason for the split.

Hema Malini Holds Separate Prayer Meet for Dharmendra

Dharmendra, the legendary Bollywood star, passed away on November 24, 2025, at the age of 89. His passing followed a brief illness, having been discharged from the hospital on November 12 after an admission on October 31 for breathlessness. His final screen appearance will be in Sriram Raghavan's 'Ikkis'.

In the wake of his death, two separate prayer meets were held. Dharmendra's sons, Sunny and Bobby Deol, organized one at Mumbai's Taj Lands End. Concurrently, Hema Malini hosted her own prayer assembly at her Mumbai residence, later followed by another gathering at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre in Delhi.

Industry figures, including theatre owner Manoj Desai, commented on Hema Malini's decision to hold a separate event. Desai suggested this move was prudent, potentially preventing disruptions and ensuring a more peaceful tribute to Dharmendra's life and legacy. He noted the Deols' prayer meet was exceptionally well-attended, with an unprecedented number of people present.