Mumbai: Marking late star Dharmendra’s 90th birthday with a deeply personal note, actress-politician Hema Malini opened up about navigating life after the legendary actor’s passing, saying it has been “more than two weeks” since she was left “heartbroken,” and she is still trying to “gather up the pieces.
Taking to X, formerly called Twitter, Hema shared two pictures with Dharmendra, whom she lovingly called her “dear heart.”
“Dharam ji…Happy birthday my dear heart,” she wrote.
Hema added: “More than two weeks have passed since you left me heartbroken, slowly gathering up the pieces and trying to reconstruct my life, knowing that you will always be with me in spirit.”
The actress thanked God for the years they spent as partners, their “two beautiful girls” who embody their bond, and the treasure of memories she carries in her heart.
“The joyful memories of our life together can never be erased, and just reliving those moments brings me great solace and happiness. I thank God for our lovely years together, for our two beautiful girls who reaffirm our love for each other and for all the beautiful, happy memories that will remain with me in my heart.”
“On your birthday. My prayers for God to grant you the wealth of peace and happiness that you richly deserve for your humility and goodness of heart and your love for humanity. Happy birthday dear love. Our happy ‘together’ moments.”
Dharam ji
Happy birthday my dear heart❤️
More than two weeks have passed since you left me heartbroken, slowly gathering up the pieces and trying to reconstruct my life, knowing that you will always be with me in spirit. The joyful memories of our life together can never be… pic.twitter.com/zY3QBJN0YE— Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) December 8, 2025
On the other hand, Bobby Deol pens a heartfelt birthday message to his father.
On the occasion of his father Dharmendra’s birthday, Bobby Deol paid an emotional tribute, celebrating the legendary actor’s life and enduring legacy.
Sharing heartfelt memories and touching words, the Animal actor honoured his father’s journey in cinema and the invaluable lessons he imparted to the family. In his heartfelt birthday tribute, Bobby expressed deep love and admiration for his father, Dharmendra. He described the immense love, guidance, and support his father has given the family, recalling how Dharmendra stood by them in every smile, tear, and challenge.
“You have become a star, you will take everyone along with you, you will not touch anyone’s hand. You are our Punjab’s riots, our Sahnewal’s, India’s flag is flying with pride. You are the He-Man of all, but you are my hero since childhood. You are the one who taught us to dream, you taught us to believe in ourselves, because of your values we are proud.” I love you like you, I love you like you, but I love you forever. (sic)
Dharmendra passed away aged 89 November 24th. He was widely considered one of the greatest, most handsome, and most commercially successful film stars in the history of Indian cinema. He had a cinematic career spanning over six decades; he has worked in more than 300 films.
The star held the record for starring in the highest number of hit films in Hindi cinema. He was honoured with the Padma Bhushan in 2012.
Dharmendra made his debut in 1960 with My heart is mine, we are mine. He first gained popularity in the mid-1960s for films such as Hey Milan’s beauty, flower and stone, and The day of spring has come.
He starred in several successful Hindi films from the late-1960s to the 1980s, such as Ankhen, Shikar, Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke, Jeevan Mrityu, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Seeta Aur Geeta, Raja Jani, Jugnu, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Dost, Sholay, Pratiggya, Charas, Dharam Veer, Chacha Bhatija, Ghulami, Hukumat, Aag Hi Aag, Elaan-E-Jung, Tahalka, Anpadh, Bandini, Haqeeqat, Anupama, Mamta, Majhli Didi, Satyakam, Naya Zamana, Samadhi, Resham Ki Dori, Chupke Chupke, Dillagi, The Burning Train, Ghazab, Do Dishayen and weapons.
In the late 1990s, he appeared in character roles in several successful and acclaimed films, such as Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya, Life in a… Metro, Apne, Johnny Gaddaar, Yamla Pagla Deewana, Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani and There is such confusion in my body.
The star will posthumously be seen in Screamdirected by ace director Sriram Raghavan.
The movie stars Agastya Nanda and Simar Bhatia. The movie is a war drama based on the life of Arun Khetarpal, the youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient. The film also features Jaideep Ahlawat and Sikandar Kher in important roles and is slated to release in December.
IANS
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