Salman Khan chokes up remembering Dharmendra and applauds Sunny and Bobby Deol

Dharmendra’s passing has brought a wave of remembrance across the industry, and the latest moment came on the grand finale of Bigg Boss 19 where Salman Khan revisited his memories of the legendary actor. It turned into a moving segment when Salman spoke at length about Dharmendra and the impact he left on Hindi cinema.

Salman shared that the late actor lived a life filled with work, generosity, and a long creative journey. He also recalled following Dharmendra’s screen persona while shaping his own career path. According to him, Dharmendra brought a unique charm and innocence to his action star image and continued to entertain over decades.

Emotional moment on Bigg Boss stage

The host admitted that the industry lost someone irreplaceable. He pointed out that Dharmendra’s passing came on a date that holds personal meaning for him and his family. Salman became visibly overwhelmed while talking about it and mentioned that if he felt such grief, one could only imagine what the Deol family was going through.

He also reflected on the public outpouring of affection online, suggesting that he had rarely witnessed such heartfelt responses for any film personality.

Praise for Sunny and Bobby

Salman highlighted how Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol arranged their father’s prayer meet with remarkable composure and respect. He remarked that there was an atmosphere of remembrance mixed with restraint, almost like a quiet celebration of a long life. He recalled two recent prayer ceremonies, including Dharmendra’s, that stood out for the way they were organised.

Dharmendra’s prayer gathering took place on November 27 at Taj Lands End in Mumbai. Members of the film industry arrived in large numbers to pay their respects. At the entrance, Sunny and Bobby stood with folded hands, receiving condolences along with other family members.

Dharmendra leaves behind a monumental body of work. The industry and his admirers continue to recall stories, roles, and memories that shaped multiple generations of Hindi cinema. Salman's heartfelt moment on the Bigg Boss stage only reinforced how deeply the late star continues to be loved.