Reports concerning the death of Bollywood icon, 89-year-old Dharmendra, sent shockwaves through the Indian film fraternity and his global fanbase. A segment of the Indian media claimed that the legendary actor had passed away on the morning of Tuesday, November 11, citing his team as the source for the alleged confirmation.
According to these reports, Dharmendra had been admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital yesterday due to a critical health condition and was placed on a ventilator. Media sources highlighted his recent health struggles, noting a previous hospitalization last week for breathing difficulties and an eye surgery earlier this year in April.
Amidst these deeply distressing and conflicting reports, the actor’s daughter, actress Esha Deol, issued a strong and definitive denial of the death claims. This rebuttal instantly challenged the integrity of the sensationalist news being spread by some media channels.
Dharmendra, whose illustrious career has spanned decades and left an indelible mark on cinema, is reportedly set to appear in his last film, ‘Ekkees,’ scheduled for release on December 25. As fans around the world anxiously await updates on his recovery, the rapid dissemination of unverified information serves as a stark example of irresponsible journalism during a highly sensitive time for the actor and his family.
