Dharmendra Death: Veteran actor Dharmendra passed away

Dharmendra Death: Renowned actorDharmendra passed away today, November 24, at the age of 89. The actor's condition was reported to be critical. Following Dharmendra's death, Hema Malini has arrived at the Vile Parle crematorium.

The ambulance reached the actor's house

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Meanwhile, on Monday, November 24th, security was tightened near the famous actor Dharmendra's Mumbai home, and an ambulance was also seen there. According to sources, barricades have been placed outside the actor's home, and an ambulance has been parked inside. 

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Dharmendra was admitted to the hospital

Dharmendra ( 89 ) was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital on November 10th after experiencing breathing problems. He was placed on ventilator support, but his condition remained stable. He was taken to his Juhu home by ambulance at around 7:45 a.m. on November 12th. Dr. Prateek Samdani said, "He had been visiting the hospital regularly for the past few weeks. His treatment will now continue at home. He was discharged at 7:30 a.m." On November 11th, false rumors of his death spread, prompting strong protests from his daughter Esha Deol and wife Hema Malini on social media. Sunny Deol's team provided an update, saying, "Papa is improving. Please pray."

Dharmendra was born on 8 December 1935

Dharmendra was fondly called the "He-Man" of Bollywood. Dharmendra Singh Deol was born on December 8, 1935, in Sahnewal, a village in Ludhiana, Punjab. He grew up in a traditional Jat Sikh family. Dharmendra studied at Government Senior Secondary School, Lalton Kalan, and later enrolled at Ramgarhia College, Phagwara, for his intermediate studies. Although he only studied until the 12th grade, his passion for acting was evident from a young age, and he decided to pursue a career in films.

Dharmendra's journey from a romantic hero to an action star

Dharmendra made his film debut in 1960 with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere. He made his breakthrough in 1966 with Phool Aur Patthar, which established him as a leading actor in Bollywood. Known for his romantic roles, Dharmendra dominated the screen in films like Mera Gaon Mera Desh (1971), Rakhwala (1971), and Jugnu (1973). In the 1970s and 1980s, he worked with top actors and actresses and starred in classics like Sholay (1975), where his role as Veeru is still remembered. He received praise for both commercial hits and artistic performances, earning him four Filmfare Best Actor nominations.

Apart from acting, the actor had a production house.

In addition to acting, Dharmendra also ventured into film production with Vijayta Films and launched his sons Sunny and Bobby as actors. He produced hit films such as Betaab (1983) and Ghayal (1990). In politics, he served as a Member of Parliament (2004–2009) from Bikaner, Rajasthan. He also judged the reality show India's Got Talent in 2011 and appeared in television dramas such as Taj: Divided by Blood (2023).

Dharmendra's Awards and Achievements

 The actor was honored with the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award (1997) for his lasting impact on Bollywood. He
received the Padma Bhushan (2012), India's third-highest civilian award, for special service to the arts.
He received the National Film Award (1990) for his outstanding acting work.
He received the Babasaheb Ambedkar Nobel Award (2017) for his impact on Indian society and culture.
These awards demonstrate that Dharmendra was not only a popular actor but also a cultural icon.

Dharmendra's family 

Dharmendra is survived by his first wife Prakash Kaur, second wife actress Hema Malini, and six children, including sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol from his first marriage, and daughters Vijeta and Ajeeta from his second marriage, and daughters Esha Deol and Ahana Deol from his second marriage.

Dharmendra will be seen in 21

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Dharmendra was last seen on screen in the 2024 rom-com "Teri Baatein Mein Aisa Ulza Jiya," starring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. The actor's last film is "Ekkis." In "Ekkis," Dharmendra will play Arun Khetrapal's father, and Jaideep Ahlawat will play an army officer. Simar Bhatia will play his love interest. "Ekkis" will be released in theaters on December 25, 2025.

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