Esha Deol refutes Dharmendra’s death news, says actor is recovering

Amid circulating rumours about veteran actor Dharmendra's death, his daughter Esha Deol has confirmed that the reports are untrue. The 89-year-old star, who was recently hospitalised at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital due to health issues, is alive and recovering. Esha Deol assured fans that her father's condition is stable and requested everyone to ignore the false rumours spreading online. Family members, including Sunny and Bobby Deol, have been frequently visiting him at the hospital, though an official medical statement has not yet been issued. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ESHA DEOL (@imeshadeol) Affectionately called Bollywood's original "He-Man," Dharmendra transformed the idea of stardom in Indian cinema with his charisma, versatility, and commanding screen presence. Over a remarkable career spanning more than six decades, he delivered some of Hindi cinema's most iconic films. Making his debut with "Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere" (1960), he quickly rose to prominence as one of the leading actors of his era. From the romantic dramas "Anupama" (1966) and "Bandini" (1963) to action blockbusters like "Sholay" (1975), "Dharam Veer" (1977), "Mera Gaon Mera Desh" (1971), and the timeless comedy "Chupke Chupke" (1971), Dharmendra's remarkable versatility made him a true legend of Indian cinema. Through the years, Dharmendra has been more than just a superstar—he has stood as a symbol of strength, humility, and resilience. Even today, he continues to captivate audiences with his warmth and enduring charm. He was last seen in "Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya" (2024) alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon, following his memorable performance in "Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani" (2023) with Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, and Shabana Azmi. His next film, "Ikkis," featuring Agastya Nanda, is slated for release this Christmas.