Legendary Dharmendra Deol Passed Away At The Age of 89

Mumbai, November 24 - Indian cinema legend, Dharmendra Deol, has passed away at the age of 89, on November 24, 2025, after a prolonged illness. Fondly known as He-Man, the actor was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital for over 10 days earlier this month, before his health showed signs of some improvement.

Dharmendra had been receiving treatment at his Juhu bungalow for the last few days, and on Monday, the legendary actor took his last breath. He is survived by his first wife, Prakash Kaur and their four children, Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Vijeta Deol, Ajita Deol and second wife Hema Malini and their daughters, Esha Deol and Ahana Deol.

The actor's demise was confirmed by filmmaker Karan Johar, who posted a long and emotional note on Instagram. Calling his death the end of an era, Johar remembered the Sholay star for being a bona fide Legend of Indian Cinema.

"It is the end of an ERA... a massive mega star... the embodiment of a HERO in mainstream cinema... incredibly handsome and the most enigmatic screen presence... he is and will always be a bona fide Legend of Indian Cinema... defining and richly present in the pages of cinema history... but mostly he was the best human being... he was so loved by everyone in our industry... He only had immense love and positivity for everyone... his blessings, his hug and his incredible warmth will be missed more than words can describe..."

"Today, there is a gaping hole in our industry... a space that can never be filled by anyone... there will always be the one and only DHARAMJI... we love you, kind Sir... We will miss you so much... The heavens are blessed today... It will always be my blessing to have worked with you... And my heart says with respect, reverence and love... Abhi Na jao chodke... Ke dil abhi bhara nahi... OM SHANTI!

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