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Bollywood icon Dharmendra, widely considered among India's greatest actors and the star of iconic Hindi films of the 1970s and 80s, such as Sholay, Phool Aur Patthar, Seeta Aur Geeta, Mera Naam Joker, Anupama and Yaadon Ki Baraat, among many others, died on November 24. He was 89.

Bollywood film producer and director Karan Johar, who directed Dharmendra in the 2023 romantic drama Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, confirmed news of his demise on social media.

"It's the end of an era, a massive mega star, the embodiment of a hero in mainstream cinema, incredibly handsome and the most enigmatic screen presence," Johar wrote. "It will always be my blessing to have worked with you…. And my heart says with respect, reverence and love…."

Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan shared a couple of images of the veteran actor with her grandfather, Raj Kapoor, on her Instagram stories, captioning them: "Forever in power."

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