On Thursday, December 11, 2025, veteran actress and MP Hema Malini organized an emotional prayer meeting for her late husband, Bollywood legend Dharmendra, at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, New Delhi. The event, held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, brought together family, friends, and dignitaries to pay homage to the iconic “He-Man” who passed away on November 24, 2025, at age 89.
Family United in Grief
Hema Malini was joined by daughters Esha Deol and Ahana Deol, sons-in-law Bharat Takhtani and Vaibhav Vohra, and close relatives. Esha shared a moving video montage of her father’s iconic scenes, captioned “Papa, your light guides us forever,” while Hema addressed the gathering with grace: “Dharam ji’s spirit lives on in our hearts. This prayer meet is our way of celebrating his legacy and seeking peace for his soul.”
Political and Cinematic Dignitaries Pay Respects
The event saw the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP president J.P. Nadda, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and actors Kangana Ranaut and Ravi Kishan. Shah offered floral tributes, while Nadda praised Dharmendra as a “cultural icon who bridged hearts across India.”
A Follow-Up to Mumbai’s Memorial
This Delhi tribute follows the prayer meet hosted by Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol in Mumbai on November 27, attended by Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and Akshay Kumar. Hema’s New Delhi ceremony kept the mood intimate yet impactful, reflecting the family’s united front.
An Eternal Legacy
As fans worldwide continue to remember Dharmendra’s unforgettable dialogues and larger-than-life screen presence, Hema Malini’s prayer meet served as a quiet yet powerful reminder of the love and respect the legend commanded. Rest in glory, Dharam ji—the He-Man whose spirit still makes hearts whistle.
-By Manoj H