Tributes Pour In from Across Bollywood as Dharmendra Passes Away

Film personalities and fans have taken to social media to mourn the loss of the legendary star.

Dharmendra Passes Away: Veteran actor Dharmendra Deol passed away earlier today, according to reports, as tributes have begun pouring in from across Bollywood. However, an official statement from the family regarding the actor’s health and demise is still awaited.

Actors Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan were seen arriving at the Vile Parle Crematorium in Mumbai, according to news agency ANI.

Actor Salman Khan, and Film producer Siddharth Roy Kapur, have arrived at the Crematorium in Mumbai, ANI reported.

Film personalities and fans have taken to social media to mourn the loss of the legendary star.

Bollywood director, Karan Johar in an emotional post on his instragram, offered tribute, "It is an end of an ERA….. a massive mega star… the embodiment of a HERO in mainstream cinema… incredibly handsome and the most enigmatic screen presence … he is and will always be a bonafide Legend of Indian Cinema… defining and richly present in the pages of cinema history … but mostly he was the best human being… he was so loved by everyone in our industry …. He only had immense love and positivity for everyone … his blessings, his hug, and his incredible warmth will be missed more than words can describe …. Today there is a gaping hole in our industry … a space that can never be filled by anyone … there will always be the one and only DHARAMJI… we 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…. And my heart says with respect, reverence, and love…. Abhi Na jao chodke…. Ke dil abhi bhara nahi……OM SHANTI"

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“There will never be another. A global icon who remained a true son of the soil, Dharmendra ji’s warmth of spirit and his love and respect for talent and hard work will always inspire. Deepest condolences to his family and to his endless legion of fans,” read a post by singer Vishal Dadlani.