Esha Deol, Hema Malini rubbish reports of Dharmendra's death
What's the story
Esha Deol has dismissed rumors of her father, veteran actor Dharmendra's (89) death. On Tuesday morning, she took to her Instagram handle and issued a statement, clarifying that Dharmendra is "stable and recovering." "The media seems to be in overdrive and spreading false news. My father is stable and recovering," she wrote. The superstar has been reportedly battling age-related ailments for the past few days.
Privacy request
'Request everyone to give our family privacy'
Deol further added, "We request everyone to give our family privacy. Thank you for the prayers for papa's speedy recovery." Meanwhile, Dharmendra's wife, actor Hema Malini, shared on X, "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."
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Take a look at Malini's tweet
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
Health update
Earlier, this is what Sunny Deol's team said
A statement from Dharmendra's son, Sunny Deol's team, read on Monday, "Mr. Dharmendra is stable and under observation." "Further comments and updates will be shared as available. Request everyone to pray for his speedy recovery and respect the family's right to privacy."
Career update
His recent projects and upcoming film
Dharmendra was admitted to the hospital on October 31 after he reportedly complained of breathlessness. His recent projects are Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023) and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya (2024). He will next appear in Sriram Raghavan's war drama Ikkis. It will release on December 25.