Veteran actor Dharmendra, 89, was admitted to the hospital on November 10 and is reportedly in the ICU after his health deteriorated. His health condition has sparked widespread concern among the film
industry and admirers, and amid this, several reports falsely claimed that the actor had died at the age of 89.
However, Hema Malini and Esha Deol refuted the death rumours and assured fans that the legendary star is on the road to recovery. Well-wishers and celebrities continue to send their prayers and wishes for his speedy recovery. Now, Hina Khan has also reassured fans about Dharmendra ji’s improving health.
Hina Khan Confirms Dharmendra’s Speedy Recovery
Last night, paparazzi spotted Hina Khan and Rocky Jaiswal outside a PVR in Mumbai. When asked about Dharmendra’s health, she said, “Dharmendra ji kya, wo ekdam swasth hain, ekdam chhangey hain, ekdam fit hain. Bilkul theek hain.” This should come as a relief for fans.
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Hina Khan Shares Throwback Picture With Dharmendra
Hina also took to her Instagram Stories to share a throwback picture with Dharmendra. She posted a screenshot of a video call with the legendary actor, where both were seen smiling. Sharing the picture, Hina wrote, “Dharam Ji,” along with a folded hands emoji, expressing her respect for the legend.
Hema Malini and Esha Deol Reacts to “False Reports”
Dharmendra’s wife, actor and BJP MP Hema Malini reacted to his death hoax and tweeted, “What is happening is unforgivable! How can responsible channels spread false news about a person who is responding to treatment and is recovering? This is being extremely disrespectful and irresponsible. Please give due respect to the family and its need for privacy.”
What is happening is unforgivable! How can responsible channels spread false news about a person who is responding to treatment and is recovering? This is being extremely disrespectful and irresponsible. Please give due respect to the family and its need for privacy.
— Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) November 11, 2025
Esha Deol also took to Instagram and slammed the media for spreading the false news about her father’s health, “The media seems to be in overdrive and spreading false news. My father is stable and recovering. We request everyone to give our family privacy. Thank you for the prayers for papa’s speedy recovery.”
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Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Aamir Khan Visit Dharmendra
Last evening, Hema Malini, Esha Deol, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol were seen at the hospital. Aamir Khan and his partner Gauri Spratt also paid a visit to Dharmendra. Shah Rukh Khan, along with his son Aryan Khan, visited the veteran actor at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital on Monday. Salman Khan had also paid Dharmendra a visit following news of his hospitalisation.
The entire film fraternity and millions of fans are now praying for Bollywood’s He-Man. We wish him a speedy recovery.


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