Dharmendra dies: Amitabh Bachchan’s emotional tribute to his Sholay co-star leaves fans emotional: ‘A vacuum…’
As the film fraternity mourns the loss of one of Hindi cinema’s most beloved stars, the entire industry and Dharmendra’s fans are engulfed in deep grief and sorrow.
KATHMANDU: In the glitzy and glamorous world of showbiz, where most relationships are name-sake and superficial, some rare bonds transcend from on-screen pairings to lifelong connections.
One such similar tale was that of Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra.
As the film fraternity mourns the loss of one of Hindi cinema’s most beloved stars, the entire industry and Dharmendra’s fans are engulfed in deep grief and sorrow.
Dharmendra, also known as the “He-Man,” passed away at 89 in his Juhu residence after battling prolonged health complications.
His departure has left a void not just in cinema, but in the hearts of millions who grew up watching him.
And among the many mourning him, Amitabh Bachchan’s tribute stands out as an emotional farewell to a co-star, a brother, and a dear friend.
A Final Goodbye at the Crematorium
Dharmendra had been facing health issues since November 1 and had been in and out of Breach Candy Hospital. After being discharged, he was recuperating at home but breathed his last on November 24.
His last rites were performed on Monday at the Pawan Hans Crematorium, with many familiar faces in attendance.. Among the first to be seen were Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Agastya Nanda.
Amitabh Bachchan’s Emotional Tribute
While fans and colleagues mourned, Amitabh Bachchan wrote an emotional tribute to Dharmendra. Remembering his Sholay and Chupke Chupke co-star, Bachchan wrote: “…another valiant Giant has left us .. left the arena .. leaving behind a silence with an unbearable sound .. Dharam ji ..”
He continued, calling Dharmendra “the epitome of greatness”, noting that his legacy was tied not only to his towering physical presence but also to “the largeness of his heart , and its most endearing simplicity.”
He further wrote, “un soiled throughout his glorious career , in a fraternity that witnessed changes every decade .. the frantic fraternity underwent changes .. not him.”
In another heartfelt note, Amitabh added: “His smile, his charm and his warmth , extending to all that came in his vicinity .. a rarity in the profession, the air about us swings vacant, a vacuum that shall ever remain vacuus.. prayers”
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… another valiant Giant has left us .. left the arena .. leaving behind a silence with an unbearable sound ..Dharam ji .. 🙏 🙏🙏
.. the epitome of greatness, ever linked not only for his renowned physical presence, but for the largeness of his heart , and its…
— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) November 24, 2025
A Legacy That Lives On
Dharmendra’s last film, Ikkis, stars Agastya Nanda along with Jaideep Ahlawat and is all set to release this Christmas, a final reminder of the icon’s enduring magic.
