Shah Rukh Khan Pays Tribute To 'Father Figure' Dharmendra, Calls Him 'Immortal': Your Soul Will Live Through Films

Bollywood is mourning the loss of one of its tallest and most enduring legends - Dharmendra, the universally loved 'He-Man' of Indian cinema - who passed away on November 24 at the age of 89. His demise

marks the end of an era defined by warmth, humility, and a magnetic screen presence that influenced generations of actors and filmmakers. Tributes continue to pour in from all corners of the country and the world, honouring not just a star but a symbol of cinema’s golden age. Shah Rukh Khan has also penned an emotional message for the late actor, who he considered 'father figure'.

Shah Rukh Khan mourns Dharmendra's death

Among the most heartfelt tributes comes from superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who shared a deep and affectionate bond with Dharmendra. Expressing his grief on X (formerly Twitter), SRK wrote, "Rest in Peace Dharam ji. You were nothing short of a father figure to me… thank u for showering me with blessings and love the way you did. An inconsolable and irreplaceable loss to not just his family, but to cinema and film lovers world over. You are immortal… and your soul will live through your films and your beautiful family forever. Love you always."Read his post here:

Bollywood celebs pay emotional tribute to Dharmendra

Dharmendra’s passing has united the industry in grief, with co-stars, filmmakers, and admirers recalling memories of his generosity, humour, and unmatched cinematic aura. Whether it was action-packed roles, heartfelt romantic characters, or comic brilliance, he carried every part with effortless charm. Priyanka Chopra, Sidharth Malhotra, Ameesha Patel, Anil Sharma, Sonu Sood, Preity Zinta and many more celebrities have posted heartfelt tributes for the late actor.As Shah Rukh Khan beautifully expressed, Dharmendra remains immortal, living on through the films that shaped Indian cinema and the love he leaves behind in the hearts of millions.