Dharmendra Is Alive! Hema Malini Shuts Down Veteran Actor's Death Rumour; Shares Fresh Update About His Health

Dharmendra Death Rumours: The nation woke up to heartbreaking reports of Dharmendra's demise this morning as the social media was abuzz with the veteran actor passing away in Mumbai. The media reports suggested that he had passed away after prolonged illness. While the news went viral, the social media was flooded with condolence messages for Bollywood's He-Man. However, the news of Dharmendra's demise has turned out to be a rumour. Yes! You read it right. Dharmendra is alive and is currently undergoing a medical treatment in Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital

Hema Malini Reacts To Dharmendra's Death Rumours

The news was confirmed by Hema Malini who confirmed that the 89 year old actor is responding to the treatment. She was quite disappointed by Dharmendra's death rumours doing the rounds on social media and tweeted, "What is happening is unforgivable! How can responsible channels spread false news about a person who is responding to treatment and is recovering? This is being extremely disrespectful and irresponsible. Please give due respect to the family and its need for privacy".

Esha Deol Rubbishes Dharmendra's Death Reports

Earlier, Dharmendra's daughter Esha Deol had also rubbished the veteran actor's death rumours. She wrote, "The media seems to be in overdrive and spreading false news. My father is stable and recovering. We request everyone to give our family privacy. Thank you for the prayers for papa's speedy recovery. Esha Deol".

Meanwhile, several celebs were lately spotted visiting Dharmendra in the hospital including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Ameesha Patel, Govinda etc. Speaking of the work front, Dharmendra, who was last seen in the 2024 release Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon starrer Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, is now gearing up for the release of Ikkis. Starring Agastya Nanda in the lead, Ikkis is helmed by Sriram Raghavan and slated to release on Christmas this year.