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### **Hema Malini Pays Emotional Tribute to Late Husband Dharmendra**
In Delhi, legendary Bollywood actress Hema Malini hosted a solemn prayer meeting (*Prarthna Sabha*) in honor of her husband and cinematic titan, Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24, 2025, at the age of 89 following a period of illness. The gathering saw family members, industry colleagues, and respected dignitaries pay homage to his illustrious life and unparalleled contributions to Indian cinema.
During the event, Hema Malini delivered a deeply emotional address, striving to maintain her composure amidst tears. She welcomed the attendees, stating, “I am overwhelmed with emotion today.”
The actress celebrated Dharmendra’s character, emphasizing his profound humility. “Dharam Ji never considered himself superior to others,” she recounted. “He maintained a dignified persona throughout his life, treating everyone—the rich, the poor, acquaintances, and strangers—with love, respect, and dignity. That was the essence of his personality.”
Malini highlighted their decades-spanning professional journey, which she described as a 57-year association. “When I entered the film industry, most of my work was alongside him. We collaborated on nearly 45 films, 25 of which became super-hits. The industry cherished us as a successful screen pair, and fans showered us with immense affection. My personal loss is indescribable,” she noted.
She further praised his prolific career, spanning over 300 films, where he successfully mastered diverse genres. While he excelled in romantic and action roles, she revealed that comedy was his true passion. “He came alive in front of the camera and infused vitality into every character he played,” she said.
Hema Malini also shed light on a lesser-known aspect of his later life—his foray into poetry. She recalled his innate ability to find the right words for every occasion. “I often encouraged him to write a book, knowing fans would adore it. He was very serious about that project, but sadly, that work remained unfinished.”
*Note: Police sources confirmed that no evidence of suspicious activity was found regarding Dharmendra’s death, though the final cause of demise awaits medical examination.*
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### **Industry Updates: From Bollywood to the International Stage**
**Bollywood & Celebrities:** The former boyfriend of Sara Ali Khan, actor Veer Pahariya, disclosed the details of how his relationship with actress Tara Sutaria blossomed. Meanwhile, Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan was visibly moved by the extraordinary display of affection from his fanbase. Alia Bhatt received the prestigious Golden Globes Award at the 5th edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival, held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. In a legal development, the charge sheet in a high-profile case has named Sandipan Garg, cousin of singer Zubeen Garg, on charges of involuntary homicide.
**Global & International News:** Officials confirmed that no migrants successfully crossed the English Channel from France to the UK by sea for a consecutive 28-day period.
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### **Pakistani Showbiz Spotlight**
The entertainment landscape in Pakistan saw several key developments:
* **Marital Dynamics:** Noted actress Saba Faisal sparked a fresh debate on social media after making comments on allowing her daughters-in-law the autonomy to choose and create their own clothing styles.
* **Industry Feuds:** Veteran director and actress Sangeeta publicly criticized Nauman Ijaz for alleged unprofessional conduct. Separately, Sangeeta recounted a disturbing incident where actress Saima Noor was reportedly harassed during a drama shoot.
* **New Ventures:** Rising actors Khakaan Shahnawaz and Sabina Syed announced that they would soon declare their wedding date.
* **Cinematic Response:** Nooreen Aslam, the widow of martyred Sindh police officer Chaudhry Aslam, expressed her intention to produce a film as a cinematic rebuttal to the anti-Pakistan Indian movie, ‘Dharindra.’
* **Policy & Critique:** Oscar-winning director Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy strongly advocated for the establishment of dedicated film funds to propel the industry forward. Actress Bushra Ansari employed her signature light humor to satirize fellow artist Nadia Khan for her sharp criticisms targeting local playwrights.
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### **Legal and Political Briefs**
The National Judicial Policy-Making Committee reached a consensus on implementing an effective institutional response to address cases of forced disappearances. The Lahore High Court’s Bahawalpur bench dismissed a rape case filed against a husband for resuming conjugal relations three days after formally issuing a divorce. However, in Lahore’s Sundar area, police arrested four suspects following the alleged rape of two sisters by five individuals.
In electoral news, candidates Salman Akram Raja and Shafqat Chauhan, representing the Hamid Khan group, successfully secured two seats, with the final official results slated for release on December 22. Separately, the lawyer for the NCCIA requested further time to submit a report to the court, which granted an extension, ordering the report by December 15. Finally, actress Hira Soomro is currently facing severe backlash regarding an action she took concerning actor Ranveer Singh. The Lux Style Awards 2025 were successfully held at the historic Mohatta Palace on a Thursday night.
