Veteran actor Dharmendra, Bollywood’s He-Man, dies at 89: 

Veteran actor, Dharmendra affectionately known as Bollywood’s ‘He-Man’ and ‘Dharam Paaji,’ passed away in Mumbai on Monday at the age of 89, police confirmed.

Filmmaker Karan Johar also confirmed the demise in an emotional social media post. An official statement from Dharmendra’s family is still awaited.Dharmendra is survived by his wife Hema Malini and his children – actors Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Esha Deol, and Ahana Deol, as well as Ajeeta and Vijeta.

He began his film journey with Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere in 1960. He later shared the screen with Amitabh Bachchan in the commercially and critically acclaimed Sholay, a film that redefined Indian cinema and popularised the dacoit western genre.

Over the years, he delivered memorable performances in several hits such as Yaadon Ki Baarat, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Naukar Biwi Ka, Phool Aur Patthar, Betaab, and Ghayal, among many others.

The actor, who would A police statement said Dharmendra died this morning and funeral arrangements are being made at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Ville Parle suburb of Mumbai.

Meanwhile, on Monday afternoon an ambulance was seen leaving his house and several Celebrities reached the Juhu cremetorium. While his family has not yet confirmed the news, Karan Johar posted