Bollywood Star Dharmendra Passes Away at 89
Bollywood star Dharmendra has passed away at 89, regarded as a prominent figure in Indian cinema.
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Bollywood star Dharmendra has passed away at 89, considered one of the most prominent figures in Indian cinema.
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- Dharmendra passed away at 89.
- Prime Minister Modi described his death as the end of an era.
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Dharmendra's Death
Bollywood's famous Indian star Dharmendra, known for his romantic comedies and action-packed thrillers, passed away on Monday at the age of 89.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated in a message on social media that "Dharmendra's death marks the end of an era in Indian cinema," adding, "He was a prominent cinematic figure and an exceptional actor who brought charm and depth to every role he played."
The actor had recently suffered a health setback that required him to be hospitalized in Mumbai.
Throughout his illustrious career spanning six decades, Dharmendra appeared in over 250 films, served as a member of parliament, and received one of India's highest civilian honors.
During the 1980s, Dharmendra shone in a series of action films.
His character Veeru in the classic film "Sholay" from 1975 is considered the most famous role of his career.
Additionally, Dharmendra, a father of six, was involved in producing films starring his sons Sunny and Bobby Deol.
His latest film "Ekis," directed by Sriram Raghavan, is set to be released next month.
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Narendra Modi
👤 Person_MalePrime Minister of India
Mumbai
📍 Location_CityCity in India where Dharmendra was hospitalized