{"id":150127,"date":"2025-11-24T11:00:07","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T11:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/150127\/"},"modified":"2025-11-24T11:00:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T11:00:07","slug":"bollywood-star-dharmendra-legend-of-indian-cinema-dies-aged-89","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/il\/150127\/","title":{"rendered":"Bollywood star Dharmendra, ‘legend of Indian cinema’, dies aged 89"},"content":{"rendered":"

Bollywood actor and former politician Dharmendra, whose career spanned more than six decades and more than 300 films, has been described as a \u201clegend of Indian cinema\u201d after his death at the age of 89. <\/p>\n

While his family has yet to confirm news of his passing, film director and producer Karan Johar, who is close to them, posted an obituary on Monday calling it \u201cthe end of an era\u201d. Dharmendra was admitted to a Mumbai hospital earlier this month.<\/p>\n

\u201cToday there is a gaping hole in our industry, a space that can never be filled by anyone,\u201d Johar posted on Instagram. \u201cThe embodiment of a hero in mainstream cinema, incredibly handsome and the most enigmatic screen presence, he is and will always be a bona fide Legend of Indian Cinema. <\/p>\n

\u201cWe love you kind sir. We will miss you so much. The heavens are blessed today. It will always be my blessing to have worked with you.\u201d <\/p>\n

Indian media also shared photos of Malini and daughter Esha Deol as well as a number of Bollywood actors arriving at a Mumbai crematorium, dressed in white, the colour traditionally worn for mourning in Hindu funerals.<\/p>\n

Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan, his son and actor Abhishek Bachchan, actor Salman Khan and producer Siddharth Roy Kapur were among stars photographed at the Vile Parle Crematorium on Monday afternoon. <\/p>\n

One of Indian cinema\u2019s original superstars, Dharmendra was celebrated for his matinee-idol looks, humility and versatility. He became one of the most commercially successful actors of his time, starring in enduring blockbusters such as Phool Aur Patthar (1966), Chupke Chupke (1975) and Sholay<\/a> (1975).<\/p>\n

Tributes have been rolling in from across the industry. Actress Kajol, who posted a photo of the actor with her son Yug, 15, posted on Instagram: \u201cThe OG of the Good Man is gone and the world is poorer for it. Somehow it seems like we are only losing the good people in it. Kind to the core and loved always. RIP Dharamji \u2026 with love always.\u201d<\/p>\n

Kajol’s husband, actor and producer Ajay Devgn, called Dharmendra \u201ca legend\u201d. <\/p>\n

\u201cHis warmth, generosity and presence inspired generations of artists,\u201d he wrote. \u201cWe’ve lost someone who shaped the very soul of our cinema.\u201d<\/p>\n

Actor and director Farhan Akhtar called him \u201cirreplaceable\u201d. <\/p>\n

\u201cThank you for six decades of entertainment,\u201d he said. \u201cWe are fortunate to have experienced your warmth, your kindness, your generosity, your charm, your intensity and your wit, on and off the screen.\u201d<\/p>\n

Actress Raveena Tandon posted with a broken heart emoji: \u201cHandsomest man on the silver screen with a golden heart.\u201d <\/p>\n

Born in Punjab on December 8, 1935, Dharmendra moved to Mumbai in the 1950s to pursue acting. He made his screen debut with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere (1960), but it was Shola Aur Shabnam (1961) that brought him his first commercial success. A string of hits followed \u2013 from Anpadh (1962) and Bandini (1963) to Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964), in which he played a rare antagonist. The 1966 drama Phool Aur Patthar, a major box-office hit, firmly established his star status.<\/p>\n

The 1970s cemented Dharmendra\u2019s legend, marking both his peak as a leading man and the beginning of his celebrated on-screen partnership with Hema Malini \u2013 a pairing that would eventually lead to marriage. <\/p>\n

Their relationship drew controversy at the time, as Dharmendra was already married with four children, but their chemistry proved irresistible to audiences. The couple appeared together in 31 films, including Jeevan Mrityu and Sharafat (both 1970) and Dost (1974). Their most well-known collaboration, Sholay (1975), remains one of India\u2019s most beloved films, co-starring Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bhaduri and Sanjeev Kumar.<\/p>\n

Dharmendra continued acting throughout his life, often sharing the screen with his sons, actors Sunny<\/a> and Bobby Deol<\/a>, from his first marriage. Their 2011 comedy Yamla Pagla Deewana<\/a> spawned two sequels. He also appeared in Tell Me O Khuda (2011), directed by Hema Malini and featuring their daughter Esha Deol<\/a>. The couple\u2019s younger daughter, Ahana Deol, also briefly pursued acting.<\/p>\n

Outside films, Dharmendra served one term as a Member of Parliament representing the Bharatiya Janata Party<\/a>, though he was often criticised for his limited attendance in Parliament, preferring to focus on his film career.<\/p>\n

He also founded Vijayta Films in 1983, a production house that launched several successful projects, and later appeared as a judge on India\u2019s Got Talent in 2011.<\/p>\n

When asked what sustained him after decades in the spotlight, Dharmendra told The Asian Age in 2016: \u201cI am a simple man with simple needs. What keeps me going is not fame, fortune or success but the love of the people.\u201d<\/p>\n

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World Cut Steakhouse, Habtoor Palace Hotel, Dubai.\u00a0On Thursday evening, head chef Diego Solis will be serving a high-end sounding four-course meal that features chestnut veloute with smoked duck breast, turkey roulade accompanied by winter vegetables and foie gras and pecan pie, cranberry compote and popcorn ice cream.<\/p>\n

Jones the Grocer, various locations across the UAE. Jones\u2019s take-home holiday menu delivers on the favourites: whole roast turkeys, an array of accompaniments (duck fat roast potatoes, sausages wrapped in beef bacon, honey-glazed parsnips and carrots) and more, as\u00a0 well as festive food platters, canapes and both apple and pumpkin pies.<\/p>\n

Ruth\u2019s Chris Steakhouse, The Address Hotel, Dubai. This New Orleans-style restaurant is keen to take the stress out of entertaining, so until December 25 you can order a full seasonal meal from its Takeaway Turkey Feast menu, which features turkey, homemade gravy and a selection of sides \u2013 think green beans with almond flakes, roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet potato casserole and bread stuffing \u2013 to pick up and eat at home.<\/p>\n

The Mattar Farm Kitchen, Dubai. From now until Christmas, Hattem Mattar and his team will be producing game- changing smoked turkeys that you can enjoy at home over the festive period.<\/p>\n

Nolu\u2019s, The Galleria Mall, Maryah Island Abu Dhabi.\u00a0With much of the menu focused on a California inspired \u201cfarm to table\u201d approach (with Afghani influence), it only seems right that Nolu\u2019s will be serving their take on the Thanksgiving spread, with a brunch at the Downtown location from 12pm to 4pm on Friday.<\/p>\n

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Micro-retirement is not a recognised concept or employment status under Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations (as amended) (UAE Labour Law). As such, it reflects a voluntary work-life balance practice, rather than a recognised legal employment category, according to Dilini Loku, senior associate for law firm Gateley Middle East.<\/p>\n

\u201cSome companies may offer formal sabbatical policies or career break programmes; however, beyond such arrangements, there is no automatic right or statutory entitlement to extended breaks,\u201d she explains.<\/p>\n

\u201cAny leave taken beyond statutory entitlements, such as annual leave, is typically regarded as unpaid leave in accordance with Article 33 of the UAE Labour Law. While employees may legally take unpaid leave, such requests are subject to the employer\u2019s discretion and require approval.\u201d<\/p>\n

If an employee resigns to pursue micro-retirement, the employment contract is terminated, and the employer is under no legal obligation to rehire the employee in the future unless specific contractual agreements are in place (such as return-to-work arrangements), which are generally uncommon, Ms Loku adds.<\/p>\n

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