Dharmendra health update: Esha Deol denies death news, slams media for false narrative

Iraa Paul | Nov 11, 2025, 05:50 IST

Dharmendra health update: Amid false death reports, here’s how the legendary actor is doing

( Image credit : Dharmendra/ X | Dharmendra dressed in a suit )

Veteran actor Dharmendra recently became the subject of false death rumours circulating on social media, sparking concern among fans. Here’s a look at what the Deol family has to say.

Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra recently became the target of false death rumours that spread rapidly across social media. The speculation began after unverified reports claimed that the actor had been placed on a ventilator and was in critical condition. Amid the growing concern, Hema Malini and the Deol family stepped forward to dismiss the rumours and share the truth about the legendary actor’s health. Now, Esha Deol too has cleared the air.

( Image credit : Movie still | Dharmendra in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani )

Esha Deol denies death news

Esha Deol has stepped forward to address recent rumours about her father Dharmendra’s health, firmly denying reports of his death. She criticized the media for spreading false narratives and urged fans not to believe unverified information circulating online. The Bollywood family emphasized that Dharmendra is stable and continuing his recovery, asking the public to respect their privacy during this time.

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Dharmendra health update

Taking to social media, Hema Malini was the first to address the rumours on X, assuring fans that Dharmendra is under continuous medical supervision and requesting them to pray for his speedy recovery.

I thank everyone for their concern about Dharam ji who is in hospital for observation. He is being continuously monitored and we are all with him.🙏 I request you all to pray for his welfare and speedy recovery. pic.twitter.com/gJhYLL28Wh

— Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) November 10, 2025

The post read, “I thank everyone for their concern about Dharam ji who is in hospital for observation. He is being continuously monitored and we are all with him. I request you all to pray for his welfare and speedy recovery.”

Ameesha Patel, on the other hand, shared an update from the Deol family urging people not to spread false information or make assumptions until an official health update is released. The family also requested everyone to pray for Dharmendra’s well-being.

( Image credit : Dharma prodcutions | Dharmendra poses for the camera )

The statement read, “Mr. Dharmendra is stable and under observation. Further comments and updates will be shared as available. Kindly don’t indulge in spreading false rumours regarding his health. Request everyone to pray for his speedy recovery and respect the family’s right to privacy.”

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— ameesha patel (@ameesha_patel) November 10, 2025

Celebs visit Dharmendra at Breach Candy Hospital

Several celebrities have visited veteran actor Dharmendra at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital following rumours about his health. His sons, Sunny and Bobby Deol, were spotted arriving with their families, including Sunny’s sons Karan and Rajveer, to check on him. Hema Malini also visited the hospital and reassured fans that Dharmendra is stable. Close friends from the industry, including Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, were also seen arriving to meet the ailing actor.

( Image credit : Hema Malini/ X | Dharmendra at his home )

Dharmendra’s upcoming movie

Dharmendra, who was last seen in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, is set to appear next in Sriram Raghavan’s highly anticipated film Ikkis. The movie is inspired by the real-life story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, a Param Vir Chakra recipient who displayed remarkable bravery during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. Dharmendra will reportedly play a significant role in the film, which also stars Agastya Nanda, Amitabh Bachchan’s grandson, in the lead, along with Jaideep Ahlawat in a key role.