Bollywood Icon Dharmendra Remembered: Leaders, Celebrities Mourn the Loss of a Cinematic Legend
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A sea of dignitaries and fans gathered in Delhi on Thursday evening to pay their respects to Dharmendra, the legendary Bollywood actor who left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. The prayer meet, hosted by his wife and BJP MP Hema Malini, was a poignant tribute to the beloved icon, whose passing on November 24 marked the end of an era in Hindi cinema. Among the prominent attendees were Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, BJP MP Anurag Thakur, Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, and Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The gathering also included actor-politicians Ravi Kishan and Kangana Ranaut, who joined in honoring Dharmendra's extraordinary cinematic legacy. Dharmendra's impressive filmography boasts some of Indian cinema's most memorable performances, including classics like Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke, Sholay, and Chupke Chupke. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the actor on social media, calling him "an iconic film personality with a phenomenal talent who brought charm and depth to every role.
