Bollywood’s beloved “He-Man,” Dharmendra, has passed away at the age of 89. The legendary actor breathed his last on November 24, 2025, at his Mumbai residence. While the family has not yet disclosed the official cause of death, it is understood that he had been facing declining health in the preceding weeks. His passing leaves a void in the Indian film industry, occurring just before he would have celebrated his 90th birthday in December.
The veteran actor’s health took a turn for the worse, necessitating his admission to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on November 13, 2025. This development caused considerable concern among his fans and colleagues, with many prominent figures, including Sunny Deol, Hema Malini, Salman Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan, visiting him. His family had affirmed his stable condition and requested that their privacy be respected during this challenging time. A prior hospitalization on October 31 was officially termed a routine check-up.
Following his hospital admission, social media became rife with false death announcements, leading to widespread confusion and distress. Esha Deol quickly stepped in to refute these unfounded rumors, confirming her father’s stable health and recovery. She voiced her displeasure regarding the excessive media attention and the circulation of unverified news, imploring for privacy and respect for her father’s well-being.
Hema Malini also issued reassurances, informing followers that Dharmendra was under close observation at Breach Candy Hospital and was being well cared for by his family. She expressed gratitude for the public’s outpouring of support and shared a nostalgic image of Dharmendra, hoping for his swift return to good health. Images of Bobby Deol visiting his father at the hospital also circulated.
Dharmendra was discharged from Breach Candy Hospital on November 12, 2025, after receiving the necessary medical treatment. Doctors confirmed he had left the facility with satisfaction and was ready to continue his recovery at home, with a medical team overseeing his care.
A distressing video of Dharmendra on his hospital bed, surrounded by his sons, grandsons, and first wife, Prakash Kaur, surfaced online, sparking public outcry over the violation of his privacy. This incident reportedly caused significant distress to Sunny Deol, who was later seen confronting paparazzi.
On the professional front, Dharmendra’s most recent role was in ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya.’ His upcoming film, ‘Ikkis,’ is a biographical war drama slated for release on December 25.