As tributes continue to pour in following the demise of veteran actor Dharmendra, an old video featuring the legendary star and Salman Khan has resurfaced online, reminding fans of the bond the two shared. Dharmendra, who often spoke fondly of the younger actor, once said in a viral clip, “Salman mera teesra beta hai… yeh mujhpe gaya hai.”
In the video, Dharmendra can be seen praising Salman with unmistakable warmth, emphasising that he considered him no less than family. The clip has resurfaced across fan pages and social media platforms today, with users recalling how Dharmendra always said Salman Khan was “no less than a son to him.”
Rest in peace 🥺💔 Dharmendra paaji .#DharmendraDeol #RIP #Dharmendra pic.twitter.com/YC4OKgyLzc
— 🇦🇫🚬Sikandar (@AliHameed10001) November 24, 2025
The #HEMAN of India Rest in peace pa ji
🕉️ शांति #Dharmendra ji 🙏❤ #Salmankhan #SunnyDeol #BobbyDeol #mumbai #sholey pic.twitter.com/KelxLo89OF— R gulati (@ritesh272727) November 24, 2025
The emotional throwback has struck a deep chord with fans at a time when the industry mourns the loss of one of its most beloved stars. Many remembered the mutual respect between the two actors, with Dharmendra’s affectionate words often quoted by admirers of both.
As one fan wrote, “A legend is gone, but the love he shared and the relationships he cherished will always stay alive.” Dharmendra’s legacy—on screen and in the hearts of those who knew him—continues to resonate as the film fraternity looks back on moments like these.