Bollywood legend Dharmendra Deol passed away recently in Mumbai at the age of 89, leaving a void that cannot be filled. Condolences poured in from across Bollywood, and many prominent Pakistani names also paid tribute to the beloved star.

The veteran actor had been battling health complications, including respiratory issues that had led to hospitalisation earlier this month. With a cinematic journey spanning more than six decades, Dharmendra appeared in over 300 films, carving his legacy through iconic performances in Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta, Chupke Chupke and many more. He made his debut in 1960, and his final film, Ikkis, is slated for release in December.

Actoress Reema Khan, who met the star in 2004, wrote that “Cinema just lost its heartbeat,” adding that Dharmendra’s “light will never fade”. Legendary musician Rahat Fateh Ali Khan shared a photograph with the actor, reflecting on the weight of the loss. Mahira Khan shared photographs of the late star to her Instagram story as a tribute.

Adnan Siddiqui wrote, “He made acting look effortless, like he was born for the screen — because he was. That rare mix of softness, those drop-dead gorgeous looks, and that signature twinkle in his eyes.”