Veteran actor Dharmendra passed away on Monday, leaving a deep void in Indian cinema. He was 89. The legendary star died at his Mumbai home. He had been unwell for some time and was under medical care. His condition worsened on Monday morning. His family stayed by his side in his final hours. The news of his death shocked the industry and his fans.
Dharmendra Death: Female Fan Cries Hard Outside Funeral
His funeral took place at Pawan Hans in Mumbai. Large crowds gathered outside the venue. A video of a female fan soon went viral. In the clip, she cries hard and pleads with a police officer to let her in. She says, “Merko jane do.”
She then pulls out a bundle of notes and says she wants to burn them on the funeral pyre as her last gesture for the actor. The video spread across social media and triggered strong reactions.
Check out the viral video below
Many users felt the police should have handled the moment with more care.
Read some online user reactions to the clip:
“The police man, he is laughing.”
“Police wala hasra he.”
“Actors ki death hoti hai to unke fans logo ko ek last baar dekhna to bnta hai because puri zindagi wo fans logo k wajh se inka bollywood business chalta hai so ispe zara socho koi baki RIP Dharmendra Sir the veteran actor.”
“Jane do us ladies ko.”
“Some people must be hurt and broken. He was not just a superstar but a people family people must be upset and wanted to see him for the last time, it is their emotions and feelings, but this in police guy is laughing at it, strange.”
“Kisi ke emotional ko samajhna chahiye Police wale bhaiya hasana nahi chahiye.”
“Police is laughing.”
Meanwhile, several users said fans deserved a final moment with a star they had loved for decades. Another video later showed the same fan crying uncontrollably as security held her back.
These emotional scenes showed how much Dharmendra meant to people. Many fans also expressed sadness online, saying the veteran actor deserved a more accessible farewell. Thousands remembered him for his films, his warmth and his humble nature.
Celebs Also Paid Tribute
Tributes poured in from across the film industry. Akshay Kumar wrote, “Growing up, Dharmendra ji was the hero every boy wanted to be…our industry’s original He-Man. Thank you for inspiring generations. You’ll live on through your films and the love you spread. Om Shanti.”
Kriti Sanon, who worked with him in TBMAUJ, remembered his gentle blessings and kind smile. She said, “It’s the end of an Era! But you’ll stay alive not only in all the incredible work you’ve done Dharam Ji, but also in the warmth and kindness you carried in your aura.”
Priyanka Chopra also shared a personal memory. She said her first signing amount in films came from Vijayta Films. One of her earliest Hindi films was under Dharmendra’s banner. She recalled how his family welcomed her when she was new in Mumbai and had no connections. She said very few people show such grace to newcomers.
For her, Dharmendra’s passing feels deeply personal. PeeCee added that he left behind both films and feelings. She remembered his charm, his presence, and the way he lit up every frame. She said his journey from a small town, without a godfather, continues to inspire dreamers even today. To her, he will always remain a true Hindi film hero.
