In a surprising turn of events, veteran actress Hema Malini and her daughters Esha and Ahana Deol were noticeably missing from the emotional prayer gathering organized in memory of the late Bollywood legend Dharmendra.
The Memorial Service Details
The 'Celebration Of Life' prayer meet took place on November 27 at Taj Lands End, Mumbai, bringing together family members, close friends, and numerous Bollywood personalities to honor the memory of the beloved actor. While the Deol family and industry colleagues gathered to share memories and pay their final respects, the absence of three key family members became the talking point of the event.
Family Presence and Absences
Despite the emotional nature of the occasion, Hema Malini and her daughters Esha and Ahana Deol chose not to attend the memorial service. This decision stood in stark contrast to the presence of other Deol family members who came together to commemorate Dharmendra's life and legacy. The prayer meet saw participation from various Bollywood celebrities who shared their condolences and fond memories of the veteran actor.
Context and Previous Interactions
The absence becomes particularly noteworthy given Hema Malini's recent public expressions about Dharmendra. Just days before the prayer meet, the actress had shared loving memories of the late actor, making her non-appearance at the formal gathering even more conspicuous. Additionally, Esha Deol had previously spoken warmly about both her parents, referring to Dharmendra and Hema Malini as 'excellent babysitters' in past interviews.
Meanwhile, other family members including Karan Deol have been actively involved in the post-funeral rituals, with Karan recently collecting the late actor's ashes from the crematorium. The prayer meet served as an important moment for the film industry and fans to collectively mourn the loss of one of Indian cinema's most enduring icons.
