Veteran actor Dharmendra’s passing has plunged the film industry, his fans, and his family into deep mourning. Legends like Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Karan Johar, and many others expressed their grief through heartfelt tributes on social media. Among them, Alia Bhatt paid a touching homage, recalling her experience working with him in Karan Johar’s 2023 film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani. She shared a still from the film featuring the two of them, and wrote on her Instagram Stories: “A legend who lit up every frame … and every heart. You will be missed, Dharam ji.”
Meanwhile, Ranveer Singh was seen at Pawan Hans Crematorium in Mumbai on Wednesday to attend Dharmendra’s last rites.
Director Karan Johar, who helmed Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, also shared an emotional tribute. Posting a photograph of Dharmendra, he wrote: “It is an 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 bonafide 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.”
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Johar continued: “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 Jaao Chhodke … Ke Dil Abhi Bhara Nahi … OM SHANTI.”
Dharmendra’s towering legacy will continue to inspire generations of actors and cinema lovers across the world.
