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Actor Dharmendra Passes Away

The End of an Era

in Indian Cinema

Born: December 8, 1935 | Died: November 24, 2025

Debut Film: “Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere” (1960) Honours: Padma Bhushan

Actor Dharmendra, known as the “He-Man” of the film industry, is no longer with us. He
passed away on November 24. India will never forget his grace, simplicity, and powerful
portrayal in films. The nation offers its humble tributes to this legendary artist.

harmendra, who ...When Prime Minister
touched the hearts
Dof millions of Indian Narendra Modi had
citizens for six decades with called Dharmendra “The passing of Dharmendra
his exceptional acting, has Once, when actor Dharmendra had Ji marks the end of an era
passed away – an irrepara- fallen ill, Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Indian cinema. He was
ble loss for Indian cinema. called him. After this call, Dharmendra an iconic film personality, a
Coming from a humble said in a video, “I don’t know why, but I phenomenal actor who brought
background, he carved an feel a lot of love for you. A few days charm and depth to every
indelible mark in the film ago, when I fell a little ill, you spoke to role he played. The manner
industry. He was among me on the phone and said, ‘Dharmendra, in which he played diverse
those rare actors who you are strong; stay strong.’ He gave me roles struck a chord with
brought every character he a lot of encouragement. I felt energized, countless people. Dharmendra
portrayed to life. He won the and I was very happy. Our country’s Ji was equally admired for
hearts of millions of viewers Prime Minister has sent us his best his simplicity, humility and
across all age groups. As a wishes and asked about warmth. In this sad hour, my
my health. You have
towering figure in Indian not only called India thoughts are with his family,
cinema, he leaves behind a ‘Mother’, but you have friends and innumerable fans.
legacy that will continue to truly considered her Om Shanti.”
inspire new generations of your mother. You have Narendra Modi,
artists. He will also remain loved your Bharat Mata. Prime Minister
with us forever through his May you make our
country number one.”
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