Last Updated:November 24, 2025, 14:23 IST
Veteran actor Dharmendra passed away on Monday, at the age of 89. Bollywood celebs Karan Johar, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ananya Panday paid emotional tributes on social media.
Karan Johar, Kareena Kapoor Pay Tributes To Dharmendra As IANS Reports Legend Passes Away At 89
Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra passed away on Monday, leaving his family, film industry and fans around the world in mourning. Known as the ‘He-Man’ of Bollywood, he left a lasting mark on Indian cinema through his iconic performances. The heartbreaking news of his death triggered an outpouring of grief, with a number of Bollywood celebrities such as Karan Johar, Ananya Panday, Pulkit Samrat, and others, paying emotional tributes on social media.
Karan Johar, Ananya Panday Mourn Dharmendra’s Death
Karan Johar took to his Instagram to pay tribute to veteran actor 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 …. 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 jao chodke…. Ke dil abhi bhara nahi……OM SHANTI.”
Ananya Panday’s Instagram story
Kareena Kapoor Khan shared a major throwback photo of Dharmendra with Raj Kapoor. “Forever in power,” she wrote. Kiara Advani also shared an old picture of the veteran actor with folded hands emoji. Ananya Panday, Pulkit Samrat, Boman Irani, Madhur Bhandarkar and others also mourned Dharmendra’s death.
Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Instagram story
Kareena Kapoor Khan’s Instagram story
Dharmendra was born on December 8, 1935 in Nasrali, a village in Ludhiana district, Punjab. While he made his debut in 1960, his breakthrough came with the 1966 film Phool Aur Patthar, in which he starred opposite Meena Kumari. The movie was a huge success, and it catapulted Dharmendra to stardom. Throughout the years, Dharmendra’s filmography grew to include iconic blockbusters such as Sholay, Raja Jani, Seeta Aur Geeta, Kahani Kismat Ki, Yaadon Ki Baraat, Charas, Azaad, and Dillagi, showcasing his range and versatility as an actor.
Dharmendra was last seen in the 2024 film Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, starring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. Dharmendra’s final film, Ikkis, is set to release this December. The biographical war drama also stars Agastya Nanda, grandson of Amitabh Bachchan, and Jaideep Ahlawat in lead roles, and is directed by Sriram Raghavan. It is slated to release in December this year.
November 24, 2025, 14:21 IST
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