Lucknow, November 24: Chief Minister Yogi posted on his social media account, writing, “The death of popular film actor Dharmendra is extremely sad and an irreparable loss to the art and film world. Humble tributes to him. I pray to Lord Shri Ram to grant salvation to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family and his fans to bear this immense grief. Om Shanti.”
The ill news came from the film industry on Monday. Dharmendra, a veteran actor of Hindi cinema and known as ‘He-Man’, has said goodbye to the world at the age of 89. This news has cast a pall of gloom over the film industry. Many politicians, including Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, have expressed deep grief over the demise of Dharam ji.
Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya posted from his X account, “The news of the passing of Padma Bhushan awardee Dharmendra, a renowned actor of Indian cinema and former MP, is deeply saddening. His unique contribution to the world of cinema will always be unforgettable. I pray to God to grant peace to the departed soul and provide strength to the bereaved family. Om Shanti.”
The Uttar Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) state president Bhupendra Singh Chaudhary posted, “The news of the passing of Dharmendra, a renowned actor of Hindi cinema and an honorable Member of Parliament from the Bharatiya Janata Party, is deeply saddening. My condolences are with the bereaved family. Dharmendra’s death is an irreparable loss to the world of cinema. May God grant peace to the departed soul and give strength to the bereaved family and his supporters in this hour of grief. Heartfelt tributes.”
The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) national president and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Mayawati wrote in her Instagram post, “The news of the passing of veteran actor Dharmendra, one of the most renowned figures in the Indian film industry, is deeply saddening. Renowned for his affability, empathy, and cheerful nature, Dharmendra ruled the hearts of film lovers and film buffs for a long time. My deepest condolences to his family and all his fans. May God give them all the strength to bear this loss.”
Nishad Party and Uttar Pradesh Fisheries Minister Sanjay Nishad posted on Instagram, “The news of the passing of Dharmendra, the great actor of Indian cinema, is deeply saddening. His simplicity, acting, and charisma will always remain alive in our hearts. May God grant peace to his departed soul.”