‘Shaktimaan’ Mukesh Khanna Gets Emotional Remembering Dharmendra: ‘Humara He-Man Chala Gaya’

Dharmendra’s passing has left the industry in deep mourning. The Deol residence has seen a steady stream of celebrities visiting ever since the heartbreaking news surfaced on November 24, and even days

later, the sense of grief continues to linger across Bollywood. In a recent paparazzi interaction, Shaktimaan fame Mukesh Khanna remembered the Sholay actor and shared heartfelt words about him.

In the video, Mukesh was seen fondly remembering Dharmendra and had only good things to say about the late actor. He said, “Humara achha insaan, industry ka chala gaya; humara ‘He-Man’ chala gaya.”

Mukesh Calls Dharmendra A Great Human Being

Mukesh described Dharmendra as the greatest human being among all stars, saying no celebrity could match his goodness. He added that the positivity and glow Dharmendra carried were rare and impossible to find elsewhere.

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Fans and admirers were quick to fill the comments section of the video. A user said, “Baat toh sahi hai, Dharamji was a very good human being.” Someone commented, “Miss you Dharam Ji.” Another one added, “You are absolutely right, aise insaan bahut kam banata hai upar wala.” An individual said, “Ekdum right sir.” “Rest in peace, Dharam Ji,” wrote a user.

‘Shaktimaan’ Recalled His Last Meeting With The ‘He-Man’ Of Bollywood

In a YouTube video, Mukesh shared that he had met the Dharamveer actor shortly after his discharge from the hospital earlier this month. He revealed that when he visited the Deol residence, the family had set up an ICU-like arrangement at home for Dharmendra. Mukesh also recalled speaking with Sunny and Bobby during his visit and assured them that their father was strong and would recover soon.

The actor said, “But in the end, whatever God wills is what happens.” He explained that people were shocked by the news of Dharmendra’s death because everyone believed he was strong enough to recover. Mukesh added that Dharam ji’s body may have given up, but his soul lives on, and he was a truly beautiful soul.

Mukesh also recalled several moments with Dharmendra, particularly from the Tahalka days, and said the actor’s simplicity and humility defined him. He noted that even in his last months, when he wasn’t keeping well, Dharmendra’s face continued to radiate positivity.

Dharmendra’s final on-screen appearance will be in Ikkis, alongside Agastya Nanda.