Beloved film icon Dharmendra passed away in Mumbai on Monday morning at the age of 89, marking the end of a legendary era in Indian cinema. The actor died peacefully at his home after a brief illness and was cremated at the Pawan Hans crematorium amid a gathering of family members, film stars, and dignitaries. Known as Bollywood’s “He-Man,” Dharmendra’s final rites were attended by his wife Hema Malini, sons Sunny and Bobby Deol, and industry colleagues including Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, and Sanjay Dutt.
An Outpouring of Tributes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta joined legions of fans in expressing condolences and remembering Dharmendra’s unparalleled impact on Indian cinema and public life. Political leaders from across the spectrum, as well as co-stars and contemporary actors