The Hindi film industry is in mourning following the death of Dharmendra, the charismatic actor affectionately known as Bollywood’s “He-Man.” He passed away peacefully at his Mumbai residence on November 24, 2025, at the age of 89. The cause of death is pending an official family statement, though reports indicate he had been experiencing fluctuating health in the weeks leading up to his passing, shortly before his 90th birthday.
Dharmendra’s health had been a public concern since his admission to Breach Candy Hospital on November 13, 2025. This hospitalization saw numerous well-wishers, including Sunny Deol, Hema Malini, Salman Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan, visit him. His team had previously clarified that an earlier hospital visit on October 31 was a routine medical check-up. The family consistently urged for prayers and privacy during these times.
Misinformation and fake death rumors had unfortunately spread rapidly online after his hospitalizations. Esha Deol, his daughter, promptly addressed these falsehoods, assuring fans that her father was stable and recovering. She vocally condemned the spread of unverified news and the resulting “media overdrive.” Hema Malini had also shared updates, confirming he was under close medical observation.
He was discharged from Breach Candy Hospital on November 12, 2025, having received the necessary treatment and was expected to continue recuperating at home under doctor’s care. A video showing Dharmendra on a hospital bed with his sons and grandsons had stirred significant controversy due to privacy concerns. Dharmendra’s legacy includes hits like ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya,’ and he was set to appear in the upcoming film ‘Ikkis’.