Mumbai, Monday — Veteran Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt has arrived at the Vile Parle Crematorium to pay his last respects to Dharmendra, whose passing at the age of 89 has left the film industry and millions of fans in deep mourning. Emotional scenes continue outside the cremation ground as members of the Hindi film fraternity gather to bid farewell to the legendary star.

Who all have arrived so far

Sanjay Dutt joins a growing list of prominent industry figures who have already reached the crematorium and Dharmendra’s residence earlier in the day. Among those seen were:
• Hema Malini, who arrived earlier at the cremation ground, visibly emotional.
• Esha Deol and Ahana Deol, who rushed to be with the family.
• Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, coordinating arrangements since morning.
• Film producer Siddharth Roy Kapur, among the first from the industry to reach Vile Parle.

Family statement awaited

An official statement from Dharmendra’s family regarding the cause of death and final rites is still awaited. Earlier today, an ambulance was seen outside the veteran actor’s Juhu residence, sparking concern before the heartbreaking confirmation of his demise.

Karan Johar’s emotional tribute

Moments after the news surfaced, film director Karan Johar posted an emotional note, writing:
“It is an end of an ERA… a massive mega star… the embodiment of a HERO in mainstream cinema… incredibly handsome and the most enigmatic screen presence. He will always be a bonafide Legend of Indian Cinema… but mostly he was the best human being, loved by everyone in our industry.”

The note quickly went viral as fans and colleagues echoed his sentiments.

Dharmendra’s unforgettable bond with Salman Khan

Fans have also resurfaced a nostalgic video where Dharmendra affectionately said:
“Salman mera teesra beta hai… yeh mujhpe gaya hai.”
The legendary actor always considered Salman Khan like family, calling him “no less than a son.” Social media is flooded with clips of their warmth and friendship as fans remember the emotional bond the two shared.

Industry mourns the loss of ‘Dharam Paaji’

Known as Bollywood’s “He-Man”, “Garam Dharam”, and “Dharam Paaji”, Dharmendra leaves behind a cinematic legacy spanning over six decades — from classics like Sholay, Phool Aur Patthar, Chupke Chupke, Satyakam to countless unforgettable moments on screen.

As the cremation proceedings continue at Vile Parle Crematorium, tributes from across India and the global film fraternity continue to pour in for one of the most beloved icons the industry has ever known.

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