Veteran Indian actor Dharmendra, 89, died Nov. 24, 2025, after a brief illness, triggering national mourning.

Veteran Indian actor Dharmendra, 89, died on November 24, 2025, at his Mumbai home after a brief illness, sparking national mourning. His passing deeply affected the film industry, with Salman Khan breaking down on Bigg Boss 19, calling him a father figure and expressing sorrow over the loss. Dharmendra had been hospitalized in late October for breathlessness and later returned home under observation. His final rites were held at Pawan Hans Crematorium, attended by top stars including Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan.