Dharmendra's wife Hema Malini and daughter Esha Deol have reacted to the false news of Dharmendra's death.

Then on Tuesday morning the news spread that Dharmendra had passed away. This news broke everyone's heart. But then Hema Malini and Esha Deol took a dig at those who spread rumors of Dharmendra's death and said that the actor is now recovering

Dharmendra's false news is irresponsible
Let us tell you that on Tuesday, October 11, Hema Malini posted on her X (earlier Twitter) handle and declared all the claims of Dharmendra's death as false and clarified that Dharmendra is recovering. He wrote, "What is happening is unforgivable! How can responsible channels spread false news about a person who is showing the effect of treatment and is recovering? This is extremely outrageous and irresponsible. Please respect the family and their need for privacy."

What is happening is unforgivable! How can responsible channels spread false news about a person who is responding to treatment and is recovering? This is being extremely disrespectful and irresponsible. Please give due respect to the family and its need for privacy.

— Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) November 11, 2025

Dharmendra's daughter Esha also erupts in anger over those spreading rumours
Earlier, Esha Deol had also released a statement on her Instagram handle. In which it was clarified that Dharmendra is "stable and recovering" and wrote, "The media is in overdrive and spreading false news. My father is stable and recovering, we request everyone to give privacy to our family. Thank you for your prayers for Papa's speedy recovery."

Sunny Deol also gave Dharmendra's health update
Earlier, Sunny Deol's team also released Dharmendra's health update. According to a report in ETimes, Sunny Deol's team had said in their statement, "Dharmendra's condition is stable and he is under observation, further comments and updates will be shared when they become available. Please don't spread false rumors about their health. Everyone is requested to pray for his speedy recovery and respect the family's right to privacy. Sunny Deol team."

How long has Dharmendra been admitted to the hospital?
Let us tell you that 89-year-old Dharmendra was admitted to the hospital on November 1. Earlier, there were reports that he has been admitted to the hospital for a routine checkup. Then came the news that the veteran actor has been admitted to the hospital due to breathing problems and is in the ICU. A staff member of the hospital had said, No, there is nothing to worry about right now. His condition is stable. Their parameters are fine. The heart rate is 70, blood pressure is 140/80. When asked why he was taken to the hospital, the hospital staff said, "He complained of shortness of breath. He is in the ICU."

Now after the statement issued by the family, it has become clear that Dharmendra is recovering. However, he is struggling with age-related problems. Amidst all this, fans are praying for the veteran actor's speedy recovery.