Veteran Actor Dharmendra Passes Away Hours Before 90th Birthday Amid Family's Plea for Privacy
Image Source: Internet
Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra has passed away at the age of 89, just hours before he was set to turn 90. The news comes amid a second health scare for the actor in the span of a month, following a hospitalisation last week due to deteriorating health. In a statement earlier this month, Dharmendra's daughter Esha Deol and wife Hema Malini had refuted false reports of his death, confirming that he was stable and recovering. However, their pleas for privacy were often ignored by the media, leading to further distress for the family. Dharmendra's first health scare began when he was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital, sparking widespread concern among his fans and fellow celebrities. Several stars, including Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, had visited him at the hospital in a show of support. The family's request for privacy was also disregarded by some media outlets, with Hema Malini expressing her disappointment over the spread of false news about her husband's health. Despite this, the family has now confirmed that Dharmendra has passed away, and they are awaiting further updates. The sudden loss of the veteran actor has sent shockwaves throughout the film industry, with many paying tribute to his remarkable career and enduring legacy.
