Bollywood Legend Dharmendra Passes Away at 89 in Mumbai

November 24, 2025

Mumbai, Nov 24: Veteran Bollywood star Dharmendra, aged 89, has passed away.

Sources close to IANS confirmed the news.

The octogenarian on November 12 had got discharged from Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai and was said to be in a stable condition and recovering well at home.

At that time Dr. Rajiv Sharma from the hospital told IANS that the legendary star has gone home “fully satisfied” after receiving the required treatment.

Sharing an update on the actor’s health, he stated, “Dharmendra ji has gone from the hospital with full satisfaction. His family has taken him home. Everything has been arranged for him.”

“He is in a stable condition. I request the public not to spread the false news but instead pray for his recovery so that he can celebrate his next birthday with pride.”

The star was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai and sources close to IANS on November 10 had said that Dharmendra is critical and on life support.

On October 31, the actor, as per sources close to IANS, was kept under strict medical observation by top doctors at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai.

Actors Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan arrive at Vile Parle 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

Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Salman Khan reach crematorium

Veteran Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, and superstars Aamir Khan and Salman Khan reached the crematorium to pay his last respects to actor Dharmendra, who passed away on Monday.

All of them were seen in their cars reaching the crematorium amidst heavy police deployment. Actors Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan and Zayed Khan, and producer Siddharth Roy Kapur were also photographed at the location along with the family of the late actor.

Dharmendra passed away on Monday at the age of 89. The actor, who was earlier admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital in South Mumbai, was discharged after he showed recovery.

The actor was reportedly put on a ventilator, as he was suffering from breathing difficulties. The actor used to live at his Khandala farmhouse with his first wife, Prakash Kaur. The actor had relocated to the town in light of the worsening pollution levels in the maximum city. This marks another demise in Hindi cinema in quick succession. Earlier, actors Pankaj Dheer, Asrani, Satish Shah and advertising legend Piyush Pandey passed away last month.

PM Modi, Prez Murmu and rahul Gandhi paid tribute to Dharmendra

The demise of veteran actor and former Member of Parliament Shri Dharmendra Ji is a great loss to Indian cinema. One of the most popular actors, he delivered numerous memorable performances during his decades-long illustrious career. As a towering figure of Indian cinema, he…

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) November 24, 2025

The passing of Dharmendra Ji marks the end of an era in Indian cinema. He was an iconic film personality, a phenomenal actor who brought charm and depth to every role he played. The manner in which he played diverse roles struck a chord with countless people. Dharmendra Ji was…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 24, 2025

महान अभिनेता धर्मेंद्र जी के निधन का समाचार अत्यंत दुखद है और भारतीय कला जगत के लिए अपूरणीय क्षति है। सिनेमा में लगभग सात दशकों के उनके अद्वितीय योगदान को हमेशा सम्मान और मोहब्बत के साथ याद रखा जाएगा।

धर्मेंद्र जी को अपनी भावभीनी श्रद्धांजलि अर्पित करता हूं। इस दुख की घड़ी में… pic.twitter.com/a4Wl1JOM3G

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) November 24, 2025

Film director Karan Johar posts on Instagram

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Karan Johar (@karanjohar)

Punjabi Singer/Actor Gippy Grewal posts on Instagram

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by 𝗚𝗶𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗹 (@gippygrewal)

Kajol mourn the loss of legendary actor Dharmendra Deol

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Kajol Devgan (@kajol)

Vishal Dadlani also posted on his instagram

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by VISHAL (@vishaldadlani)

Suniel Shetty posted on his instagram

 

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Suniel Shetty (@suniel.shetty)

Dharmendra was a recipient of Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award of India.

The superstar would have turned 90 on December 8.

On the professional front, Dharmendra was last seen in the movie Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya in 2024. The movie starred actors Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. The actor is set to star next in the movie ‘Ikkis’, directed by ace director Sriram Raghavan.

The movie stars Agastya Nanda and Simar Bhatia. The movie is a war drama based on the life of Arun Khetarpal, the youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient.

The film also features Jaideep Ahlawat and Sikandar Kher in important roles and is slated to release in December.

Dharmendra, who is widely considered one of the greatest, most handsome, and most commercially successful film stars in the history of Indian cinema, had a cinematic career spanning over six decades; he has worked in more than 300 films.

Dharmendra holds the record for starring in the highest number of hit films in Hindi cinema. He was honored with the Padma Bhushan in 2012.

Dharmendra made his debut in 1960 with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere.

He first gained popularity in the mid-1960s for films such as Ayee Milan Ki Bela, Phool Aur Patthar, and Aaye Din Bahar Ke.

He starred in several successful Hindi films from the late-1960s to the 1980s, such as Ankhen, Shikar, Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke, Jeevan Mrityu, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Seeta Aur Geeta, Raja Jani, Jugnu, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost, Sholay, Pratiggya, Charas, Dharam Veer, Chacha Bhatija, Ghulami, Hukumat, Aag Hi Aag, Elaan-E-Jung, Tahalka, Anpadh, Bandini, Haqeeqat, Anupama, Mamta, Majhli Didi, Satyakam, Naya Zamana, Samadhi, Resham Ki Dori, Chupke Chupke, Dillagi, The Burning Train, Ghazab, Do Dishayen and Hathyar.

In the late 1990s, he appeared in character roles in several successful and acclaimed films, such as Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya, Life in a… Metro, Apne, Johnny Gaddaar, Yamla Pagla Deewana, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.