Bollywood's beloved Dharmendra passed away peacefully at his home in Mumbai on November 24, 2025, at the age of 89 years old, only weeks before his 90th birthday. Little more than a week before, he had been discharged from Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai, after being treated for "breathlessness" for two days. "He-Man" Dharmendra had established a long and rich tradition in the Movies, spanning more than six decades in the film business and more than 300 films.
Health Battle and Final Days of Dharmendra
Dharmendra, a well-known figure, entered the Breach Candy Hospital at the end of October, due to trouble with his breathing and subsequently returned home following discharge and was recovering. His family remained hopeful he made a full recovery, but his health deteriorated and he passed away on November 24. His family, including Esha Deol (daughter) and Hema Malini (wife), were present for his final moments. Numerous film industry personalities came for his final rites, including Aamir Khan and Rajkumar Santoshi, at Pawan Hans crematorium in Mumbai.
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Dharmendra’s Last Film and Enduring Legacy
Before his passing, Dharmendra was working on the film "Ikkis," directed by Sriram Raghavan and featuring upcoming actors like Agastya Nanda and Jaideep Ahlawat. Scheduled for release on December 25, 2025, it is set to be his last cinematic contribution. Dharmendra's career profoundly shaped Indian cinema, known for his versatile roles ranging from action hero to romantic lead. He inspired generations of actors and has remained an enduring cultural icon.

Dharmendra’s Cinematic Contributions and Legacy
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What Time Dharmendra’s Died
Dharmendra died on November 24, 2025, in the morning at his residence in Mumbai. According to police and news sources, the veteran actor passed away in the morning hours due to age-related health complications after a brief illness. Several reports note the timing around morning hours but no exact clock time is publicly confirmed. The news of his death was shared around early afternoon in Mumbai local time by family and officials, following which tributes poured in from across the Bollywood industry. His last rites were held later that day at Mumbai's Pawan Hans crematorium.​