Bollywood's beloved veteran actor Dharmendra was admitted to a prominent Mumbai hospital on Wednesday, sending waves of concern among his countless fans across India and beyond.
The 88-year-old screen legend, known for his iconic roles in classics like Sholay and Sholay, is undergoing what family sources describe as a routine medical check-up. Contrary to circulating rumors, this is not an emergency situation but rather a planned health assessment.
Close family members have confirmed to media outlets that the actor is in stable condition and responding well to medical attention. "He is absolutely fine and this is just a routine check-up that was scheduled in advance," a family representative stated.
Fans Show Overwhelming Support
News of the actor's hospitalization quickly trended on social media platforms, with thousands of fans expressing their concern and sending heartfelt wishes for his speedy recovery. The overwhelming response demonstrates the enduring popularity of the actor who has been entertaining audiences for over six decades.
Dharmendra, who recently made a memorable appearance in Karan Johar's Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, continues to be active in the film industry, proving that age is just a number when passion drives creativity.
A Storied Career Spanning Generations
With a career that began in 1960 with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere, Dharmendra has appeared in over 300 films in Hindi, Punjabi, and other languages. His contribution to Indian cinema was recognized with the Padma Bhushan in 2012, one of India's highest civilian awards.
The actor comes from a family deeply rooted in Bollywood, with sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol following in his footsteps and establishing successful acting careers of their own.
Medical professionals attending to the veteran star have indicated that he is likely to be discharged within a day or two, depending on the results of his tests and overall assessment.
