'Unforgivable': Hema Malini on media spreading death hoax about Dharmendra
Hema Malini called out the media for spreading fake news about her husband, Dharmendra, after rumors of his death circulated widely online.
She said, "What is happening is unforgivable! How can responsible channels spread false news about a person who is responding to treatment and is recovering?"
Meanwhile, here's more on his health
Dharmendra has been in Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital since early November due to breathlessness but is stable and under observation.
Hema Malini asked everyone to respect their privacy during this time.
Hospital has been flooded with visitors
Dharmendra's daughter Esha Deol and son Sunny Deol confirmed he's recovering, urging fans not to believe the rumors.
Security at the hospital has been tightened, with updates only coming from official sources.
Bollywood stars like Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan have also dropped by to show their support.
Dharmendra's next film, Ikkis, hits theaters December 25, 2025.