In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity, veteran actor and politician Shatrughan Sinha visited the Mumbai residence of the late Bollywood icon Dharmendra to offer his condolences to the grieving Deol family. The emotional meeting took place as the film industry continues to mourn the loss of one of Indian cinema's most beloved stars.
Emotional Visit to Deol Residence
Sharing updates about his visit on Saturday through social media platform X, Sinha posted a series of photographs capturing poignant moments with the Deol family. The actor-politician expressed his heavy heart as he traveled from Delhi specifically to meet the family of his dear friend and elder brother figure.
Sinha described the meeting as deeply emotional, noting his interactions with Dharmendra's sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, along with Bobby's wife Tanya Deol and their sons Dharam and Aryaman. In his moving tribute, he remembered Dharmendra as a remarkable personality whose legacy will continue to live on through the countless lives he touched during his illustrious career.
Prayer Meetings Honor Bollywood Legend
The entertainment industry has been united in grief since Dharmendra passed away on November 24 at the age of 89. In response to this monumental loss, the Deol family organized prayer meetings to celebrate the life and achievements of the legendary actor.
Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol hosted a prayer meeting where renowned playback singer Sonu Nigam performed some of Dharmendra's most memorable songs, creating a fitting tribute to the superstar's enduring legacy. The emotional gathering saw numerous Bollywood personalities coming together to honor the veteran actor.
On the same day, another prayer meeting was organized by Dharmendra's second wife Hema Malini along with their daughters Esha Deol and Ahana Deol at their Mumbai residence. This dual remembrance reflected the widespread impact Dharmendra had on both his professional and personal circles.
Bollywood Unites in Grief
The prayer meetings witnessed an overwhelming response from the film fraternity, with major stars including Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Hrithik Roshan, and his father Rakesh Roshan in attendance. These industry heavyweights joined numerous other Bollywood personalities in paying their final respects to the departed legend.
The presence of so many prominent figures from the entertainment industry demonstrated the profound respect and affection the community held for Dharmendra. Colleagues and friends made sure to stand with the Deol family during this difficult period, offering support and sharing in their sorrow.
Dharmendra's passing marks the end of an era in Indian cinema, but his contributions to the film industry ensure that his memory will remain alive in the hearts of millions of fans and colleagues alike.
