Ila Arun Will Miss Dharmendra 'Dearly', Says Late Legend 'Inspired Fitness' | Exclusive

Dharmendra was one of the most versatile actors in Bollywood and has been for decades. He made fans go gaga with his excellent performance in Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaanii, leaving them

wanting more. Today, November 24, the veteran actor passed away at the age of 89, leaving the industry and his fans numb. Bollywood industry has been mourning the loss and now, in an exclusive chat with Zoom, singer-actor Ila Arun has reacted to the passing of Sholay actor.

Ila Arun Mourns The Death Of Dharmendra

Remembering Dharmendra, Ila said, "It is one of the saddest news that I woke up to this morning. It is a loss that has affected not only the industry but also many people whose lives he touched. He helped many people; in fact, there were so many people who used to come from Punjab to Bombay and used to stay in his house. He used to take such good care of food and drink, their residence." Further, she added, "He was a man who inspired fitness. In the times when people did not talk about how fit or healthy you should be. He was a person that everyone looked up to and said, I want to be like him. He will be missed dearly, may his soul rest in peace."

Dharmendra's Last Film

While fans mourn the loss of the Bollywood legend, he will make a posthumous appearance on screen soon with Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson, Agastya Nanda, in Ikkis. The film gives a stirring glimpse into the extraordinary life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India's youngest recipient of the Param Vir Chakra. Directed by National Award–winning filmmaker Sriram Raghavan, the biographical war drama is slated for release on Christmas, 25th December 2025.