Veteran Bollywood Actor Dharmendra passes away at the age of 89

Veteran actor Dharmendra passed away on Monday, November 24, at his Mumbai residence at the age of 89. Dharmendra had been battling age-related ailments for a long time. On November 10, he was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital after experiencing breathing problems, where he was put on ventilator support. At that time, reports of his death surfaced, which were denied by his family. On November 12, he was discharged from the hospital and advised to continue treatment at home, but his condition did not improve.

An ambulance arrived outside his home around 1 pm on Monday, after which the area was barricaded and security was increased. IANS officially confirmed Dharmendra's death at 1:10 pm. His body was then taken by ambulance to the Vile Parle crematorium, where tight security arrangements were in place.

Many prominent Bollywood stars attended the funeral. Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Aamir Khan, and Akshay Kumar, among others, attended to bid him farewell. Dharmendra's last rites were performed around 3 p.m. According to media reports, his eldest son, Sunny Deol, lit the funeral pyre.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi described Dharmendra's death as "the end of an era" and called his contributions to Indian cinema invaluable. In a career spanning more than six decades, Dharmendra won the hearts of millions not only through his acting but also through his simplicity, gentleness, and charismatic personality. His passing is an irreparable loss to the Hindi film industry.

Dharmendra would have celebrated his 90th birthday on December 8th this year. His deteriorating health before his birthday saddened his fans. During this time, news of Dharmendra's death began circulating in the media. On November 11th, Dharmendra's second wife, actress Hema Malini, expressed her displeasure over the rumors, rebuked the media, and clarified that Dharmendra was recovering after treatment.

Dharmendra's recent work front

Dharmendra was set to appear in Sriram Raghavan's upcoming film "21." The film also stars Amitabh Bachchan's grandson, Agastya Nanda, in a lead role. The film is scheduled to release in theaters on December 25th.

Dharmendra's Honors and Awards

The 60s: Stars Shining Right at the Beginning

• 1965 – Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Nomination, Aayi Milan Ki Bela
• 196- Filmfare Best Actor Nomination, Phool Aur Patthar
• 1967- Smriti Samman at the 14th National Film Awards, Anupama
• 1969- National Film Award, Satyakam
  
  

  The 60s: The Golden Age

  • 1972 – Filmfare Best Actor Nomination, Mera Gaon Mera Desh
  • 1974 – Filmfare Best Actor Nomination, Yaadon Ki Baaraat
  • 1975 – Sholay receives the Special Honour for Best Film at the 50th Filmfare Awards.
  • (Dharmendra's popularity and stardom reached its peak during this period.)

  90s: Success as a producer

  • 1990 – National Film Award, Best Popular Film, Ghayal (Producer)
  • 1991 – Filmfare Best Movie Award, Ghayal

  Lifetime Achievement and Special Honors (2000–2020)

  • 2003 - Sansui Viewers' Choice Lifetime Achievement Award
  • 2004 – Special Award for Contribution to Indian Cinema
  • 2005 – Zee Cine Lifetime Achievement Award
  • 2007 - Pune International Film Festival Lifetime Achievement
  • 2007 - IIFA Lifetime Achievement Award
  • 2007- FICCI-Frames Living Legend Award
  • 2009 – Nashik International Film Festival Lifetime Achievement
  • 2011- Apsara Film & Television Producers Guild Lifetime Achievement Award
  • 2012 – Padma Bhushan (India's third highest civilian award) by the Government of India
  • 2017- Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Nobel Award
  • 2020- Lifetime Achievement Award by the State of New Jersey (USA)

  Other achievements

  Dharmendra ji has received numerous honors on regional, social, and international platforms. Having appeared in over 300 films, the "He-Man of India" has been honored with the Padma Bhushan, a historic recognition of his extraordinary contributions.