Bollywood legend Dharmendra, fondly known as the “He-Man of Hindi cinema,” is stable and recovering, his daughter Esha Deol confirmed, dismissing false rumours circulating online about his health. The veteran actor, 89, has been under medical observation at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital for over a week.
Esha Deol Confirms Her Father Is Doing Well
Esha Deol took to social media to clarify that her father is on the mend and urged everyone not to believe unverified reports. She wrote, “My father is stable and recovering well. Please do not spread false news. Thank you for all your prayers and concern.”
Her statement comes amid a flurry of misinformation that falsely claimed Dharmendra had passed away. Fans across the country can now breathe a sigh of relief as the Sholay star continues to receive medical care and is reportedly responding positively to treatment.
Earlier Family Statement Had Also Assured Fans
Before Esha’s clarification, Dharmendra’s team had released an official statement saying the actor was “stable and under observation.” The note read:
“Mr Dharmendra is stable and under observation. Further comments and updates will be shared as available. Kindly do not indulge in spreading false rumours regarding his health. Request everyone to pray for his speedy recovery and respect the family’s right to privacy.”
The update came after speculative reports about his health surfaced, prompting the family to urge fans to trust only official sources.
Sunny Deol and Family Stand by Dharmendra at the Hospital
Dharmendra’s elder son, Sunny Deol, along with Karan Deol and Rajveer Deol, was spotted at Breach Candy Hospital earlier this week. The Deol family has been by his side throughout, ensuring that the veteran actor receives the best possible medical attention.
Sunny Deol’s team also appealed to fans to avoid spreading unverified news and to respect the family’s privacy during this time.
Hema Malini Thanks Fans for Their Prayers
Earlier, Hema Malini had shared a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter), expressing gratitude to fans for their support. She wrote, “I thank everyone for their concern about Dharam ji, who is in hospital for observation. He is being continuously monitored, and we are all with him. I request you all to pray for his speedy recovery.”
The actress’s post reflected the family’s united stand and their hope for Dharmendra’s swift recovery.
Dharmendra’s Legendary Career: A Timeless Legacy
With a career spanning over six decades, Dharmendra has been one of Hindi cinema’s most beloved stars. From ‘Sholay’ and ‘Chupke Chupke’ to ‘Phool Aur Patthar’, ‘Satyakam’, and ‘Dharam Veer’, his filmography remains unmatched in its range and impact.
Even in his later years, he continued to impress audiences with his charisma, most recently in ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani’ (2023) and ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’ (2024).
Dharmendra is also set to appear next in ‘Ikkis’, directed by Sriram Raghavan, alongside Agastya Nanda. The film is scheduled for release in December 2025.
Fans Urged to Wait for Official Updates
As rumours continue to swirl on social media, fans are being urged to rely only on official family statements. The Deols have made it clear that the veteran actor is stable, recovering, and surrounded by love and prayers.
Esha Deol Confirms Her Father Is Doing Well
Esha Deol took to social media to clarify that her father is on the mend and urged everyone not to believe unverified reports. She wrote, “My father is stable and recovering well. Please do not spread false news. Thank you for all your prayers and concern.”
Her statement comes amid a flurry of misinformation that falsely claimed Dharmendra had passed away. Fans across the country can now breathe a sigh of relief as the Sholay star continues to receive medical care and is reportedly responding positively to treatment.
Earlier Family Statement Had Also Assured Fans
Before Esha’s clarification, Dharmendra’s team had released an official statement saying the actor was “stable and under observation.” The note read:
“Mr Dharmendra is stable and under observation. Further comments and updates will be shared as available. Kindly do not indulge in spreading false rumours regarding his health. Request everyone to pray for his speedy recovery and respect the family’s right to privacy.”
The update came after speculative reports about his health surfaced, prompting the family to urge fans to trust only official sources.
Sunny Deol and Family Stand by Dharmendra at the Hospital
Dharmendra’s elder son, Sunny Deol, along with Karan Deol and Rajveer Deol, was spotted at Breach Candy Hospital earlier this week. The Deol family has been by his side throughout, ensuring that the veteran actor receives the best possible medical attention.
Sunny Deol’s team also appealed to fans to avoid spreading unverified news and to respect the family’s privacy during this time.
Hema Malini Thanks Fans for Their Prayers
Earlier, Hema Malini had shared a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter), expressing gratitude to fans for their support. She wrote, “I thank everyone for their concern about Dharam ji, who is in hospital for observation. He is being continuously monitored, and we are all with him. I request you all to pray for his speedy recovery.”
The actress’s post reflected the family’s united stand and their hope for Dharmendra’s swift recovery.
Dharmendra’s Legendary Career: A Timeless Legacy
With a career spanning over six decades, Dharmendra has been one of Hindi cinema’s most beloved stars. From ‘Sholay’ and ‘Chupke Chupke’ to ‘Phool Aur Patthar’, ‘Satyakam’, and ‘Dharam Veer’, his filmography remains unmatched in its range and impact.
Even in his later years, he continued to impress audiences with his charisma, most recently in ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani’ (2023) and ‘Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya’ (2024).
Dharmendra is also set to appear next in ‘Ikkis’, directed by Sriram Raghavan, alongside Agastya Nanda. The film is scheduled for release in December 2025.
Fans Urged to Wait for Official Updates
As rumours continue to swirl on social media, fans are being urged to rely only on official family statements. The Deols have made it clear that the veteran actor is stable, recovering, and surrounded by love and prayers.
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