Dharmendra Health Update: Hema Malini and Esha Deol Confirm Veteran Actor Is Stable and Recovering
- Hema Malini and Esha Deol confirm veteran actor Dharmendra is stable and recovering, dismissing false death rumours and urging media to respect their privacy.
Dharmendra health update – The veteran Bollywood icon is currently stable and recovering, confirmed his wife Hema Malini and daughter Esha Deol on Tuesday, after several misleading reports claiming otherwise began circulating online. The family has strongly urged media outlets and the public to refrain from spreading false information and to respect their privacy during this sensitive time.
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Hema Malini Condemns False Reports
Hema Malini took to X (formerly Twitter) to express her disappointment over the wave of fake news surrounding her husband’s health. She wrote, “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 extremely disrespectful and irresponsible.”
She further appealed for privacy and thanked well-wishers for their continued prayers.
Esha Deol Issues Official Clarification
Esha Deol also shared an emotional note on her Instagram account to clear the air, writing, “The media seems to be in overdrive and spreading false news. My father is stable & recovering. We request everyone to give our family privacy. Thank you for the prayers for papa’s speedy recovery.”
Her post came shortly after multiple social media tributes mistakenly referred to Dharmendra’s “demise.” The misinformation quickly went viral before being clarified by the Deol family.
Family and Friends Visit Breach Candy Hospital
Following reports of the actor’s hospitalisation, several family members and industry colleagues visited Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital to check on Dharmendra’s health. Those seen arriving included Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Karan Deol, Rajveer Deol, and Hema Malini. Bollywood celebrities such as Salman Khan, Govinda, and Ameesha Patel also made visits to offer support and prayers.
Sunny Deol’s team later issued an official statement confirming his father’s condition, saying, “Mr Dharmendra is stable and under observation. Further comments and updates will be shared as available. Kindly don’t indulge in spreading false rumours regarding his health. Request everyone to pray for his speedy recovery and respect the family’s right to privacy.”
Background and Recent Hospitalisation
The 88-year-old actor was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital earlier this week for routine health observation. According to family sources, Dharmendra had been feeling unwell since Monday, prompting doctors to recommend hospitalisation for closer monitoring.
This is not the first time the actor has been admitted for a health check-up. In October last year, Dharmendra was also hospitalised for a brief period and later discharged after responding well to treatment.
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Fans and Bollywood Community Extend Support
Soon after the clarification, social media was filled with messages of relief and prayers for the veteran star’s recovery. Dharmendra’s immense contribution to Indian cinema has earned him love across generations.
He remains one of Bollywood’s most cherished actors, known for timeless performances in classics like Sholay, Phool Aur Patthar, Seeta Aur Geeta, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Jugnu, and Dharam Veer.
Dharmendra’s fans continue to pray for his quick recovery, while the Deol family maintains that he is under medical care and improving steadily.
As of now, Dharmendra is stable and recuperating under observation at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital. The Deol family has requested that media outlets verify information before publishing and has extended heartfelt thanks to fans for their prayers and support.
