Overview
- In a Republic World interview aired July 20, veteran actor and BJP MP Hema Malini became emotional while speaking about her late husband Dharmendra and the lasting impact of his loss.
- Malini described Dharmendra as her “strong pillar of strength” who encouraged her to continue acting and dancing after marriage and said she is grateful for their life together.
- The program surprised Malini with a letter from daughter Ahana praising her resilience and a voice message from Esha promising to be her mother’s support, both moments that moved Malini to tears.
- Hema Malini said both daughters remain deeply hurt by Dharmendra’s death and called the absence an irreplaceable void that the family continues to feel.
- Coverage across mainstream outlets frames the segment as a personal remembrance and human-interest moment rather than reporting new facts about Dharmendra’s death or any legal or political developments.