Overview
- Multiple outlets citing IANS reported the veteran actor’s death at his Mumbai residence, with filmmaker Karan Johar posting an emotional confirmation on Instagram.
- Visuals showed a secured convoy taking his body to Pawan Hans Crematorium in Vile Parle, where family members and leading film personalities gathered for the last rites.
- Earlier this month, Dharmendra was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital for respiratory issues and was discharged on November 12 for home care, according to his doctor.
- Several reports note that the exact medical cause has not been formally disclosed as a spokesperson indicated a family statement would be issued.
- Tributes poured in from across the industry and public figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and coverage noted his upcoming film Ikkis scheduled for a December 25 release.