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Dharmendra death reason: How Bollywood’s ‘He-Man’ passed away
ET Online | November 11, 2025 2:00 PM CST

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Legendary actor Dharmendra, a cherished icon of Hindi cinema, has passed away at 89 after a period of ill health. Admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital, his condition deteriorated, leading to his demise. Family members, including Hema Malini and sons Sunny and Bobby Deol, had visited him. Initial reports of ventilator support were later clarified by close sources.

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Veteran actor Dharmendra, one of the most cherished icons of Hindi cinema, has passed away at the age of 89 after battling prolonged health complications. The legendary star, who had been undergoing treatment at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital, reportedly took his last breath as his condition deteriorated. Only a few days earlier, concerns about his well-being had surfaced when he was hospitalised for what was initially described as a routine medical check-up.

Several stars, including his wife Hema Malini and sons Sunny and Bobby Deol, had visited him at the hospital. Reports suggesting that he was on ventilator support had circulated online but were later dismissed by those close to the family.


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