Dharmendra DIES at 89: Actor Dharmendra breathed his last at the age of 89 at his residence in Mumbai on Monday, November 24. The veteran actor was rushed to Breach Candy Hospital earlier this month after he complained of respiratory issues . Often referred to as the He-Man of Bollywood, Dharmendra won audience’s love for over six decades. His last on-screen appearance will be in Ikkis, set to release on December 25. In a video that has been posted by ANI, both Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan were seen arriving at the crematorium.
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Actors Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan arrive at Vile Parle Crematorium in Mumbai. An official statement on veteran actor Dharmendra’s health is awaited. pic.twitter.com/JIXuoWvq5L
— ANI (@ANI) November 24, 2025
Bollywood’s veteran actor and beloved ‘He-Man’ Dharmendra has passed away at the age of 89, according to an IANS report. The news of his death has left the entire film industry and millions of fans across the world in deep mourning. The news of his demise has not been officially confirmed by his family yet. Tributes and heartfelt messages continue to flood social media. As fans mourn the loss, they also remember his incredible journey as a flawless and versatile actor.
Dharmendra was considered not only one of the most suave actors in Hindi cinema. He was also lauded for the versatility he put forth through his film. He started his journey in the 1960s and won love and admiration from fans for more than 60 years. During his association with the film industry, he was seen in over 300 movies. It was because of his incredible appearance and charisma that Dharmendra was given the tag of He-Man of Bollywood. His incredible performance in blockbusters such as Sholay, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Seeta Aur Geeta, Pratigya, and Chupke Chupke turned him into a superstar.
Dharmendra leaves behind a big and loving family – his first wife, Prakash Kaur, second wife, Hema Malini, sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, and daughters Ajita, Vijeta, Esha, and Ahana Deol.
Upon hearing the news of his passing, fans and media gathered outside his home and hospital. Many prominent film stars including Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan and Akshay Kumar, expressed their condolences on social media. Dharmendra’s simplicity, his endearing smile and his illustrious film career will forever live on in people’s hearts. Truly, his passing marks the end of a golden era of Bollywood.
