Actor and politician Hema Malini and her daughter Esha Deol were among the attendees at a prayer meet held in New Delhi in memory of the late Bollywood legend Dharmendra on Thursday. The gathering took place at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, as friends, family and well‑wishers came together to pay tribute to the iconic film star who passed away on November 24, 2025, at the age of 89.
Hema Malini, who organized the prayer meet along with her daughters Esha and Ahana Deol, was seen greeting guests and remembering her late husband with reverence. The emotional event also saw close relatives and members of the film fraternity gather to honour Dharmendra’s legacy and recall his contributions to Indian cinema.
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The prayer meet was scheduled between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. and formed part of a series of tributes to Dharmendra following his passing. Joining Hema Malini and her daughters were close family members, including Esha Deol’s former husband Bharat Takhtani and daughter Ahana’s husband Vaibhav Vohra, reflecting a united front in paying homage to the beloved actor.
This Delhi gathering was the second major prayer event after a previous meet in Mumbai, which was organized by Dharmendra’s eldest son, Sunny Deol. The Mumbai event drew a wide range of Bollywood personalities, emphasizing the actor’s far‑reaching impact on the industry and audiences alike.
At the venue in Delhi, pictures and displays highlighted Dharmendra’s six‑decade career and endeared him to fans as the cinema “He‑Man” with unmatched charm and versatility. Attendees reflected on his iconic roles and his enduring influence on Indian film culture.
Hema Malini and her family’s efforts to host this prayer meet brought together both emotional family moments and respectful remembrance, underlining the affection and admiration held for one of Bollywood’s most cherished stars.
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