Dharmendra's family plans 90th birthday celebration after huge health scare
What's the story
Bollywood legend Dharmendra, who was recently discharged from the hospital after his health improved, is now recovering at home. According to a Bollywood Hungama source, the family is now preparing for a double celebration next month, Dharmendra's 90th birthday on December 8, and a belated party for their daughter Esha Deol.
Industry solidarity
Stars showed support during Dharmendra's hospital stay
During his recent hospitalization, several Bollywood stars, including Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, visited him to show their support. After he was discharged on Wednesday, November 12, Amitabh Bachchan paid a visit to his home. However, many stars have also slammed the media during this time, due to the excessive paparazzi following the Deol family and intruding on their privacy.
Star's journey
Dharmendra's enduring legacy in Bollywood
Born in 1935, Dharmendra has been a prominent presence on the big screen for more than six decades. He is one of Bollywood's most beloved actors and has been married to Hema Malini since 1979. His sons Sunny and Bobby Deol are also successful actors in their own right. Despite his age, Dharmendra remains active; he underwent eye surgery earlier this year and is looking forward to his next film Ikkis, set to release this Christmas.