The prayer meet for veteran actor Dharmendra, who passed away earlier this week, is scheduled for Thursday evening at Mumbai’s Taj Lands End hotel. According to PTI, preparations are in progress to organise a quiet and dignified gathering where the Deol family, friends from the film industry, and well-wishers can pay their last respects to the legendary star.
The prayer service is being held three days after his demise. Dharmendra died on November 24 at the age of 89 at his Juhu residence following a week-long illness. He was cremated the same day at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Vile Parle.
The Deol family announced the prayer meet through an invitation poster shared online. The poster includes a childhood photograph of Dharmendra with the words “Celebration of Life.” It reads: “Dharmendra – 8 December 1935 to 24 November 2025. Prayer meet on 27 November 2025, 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm.”
The venue is listed as Seaside Lawns, Taj Lands End, Bandra, Mumbai. Reports suggest that singer Sonu Nigam may perform some of Dharmendra’s iconic songs during the ceremony.
Dharmendra’s funeral, held on the day of his passing, saw the attendance of several major names from the film fraternity, including Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, and others. Stars such as Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, Hrithik Roshan, Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Allu Arvind, and many more came together to offer their condolences.
Dharmendra leaves behind an unforgettable body of work, with acclaimed performances in films like Haqeeqat (1964), Anupama (1966), Phool Aur Patthar (1966), Satyakam (1969), Mera Gaon Mera Desh (1971), Sholay (1975), Dream Girl (1977), and The Burning Train (1980).
Audiences will soon witness the late actor on screen one last time in Ikkis, releasing this December. The film features Agastya Nanda as Second Lieutenant Arun Khetarpal, India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee. Dharmendra portrays Brigadier Khetarpal, the brave 21-year-old war hero’s father, while Jaideep Ahlawat plays a significant role.
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