Mumbai, 27 Nov – On the set of Indian Idol 16, singer‑rapper Badshah took a moment to honour the late Bollywood icon Dharmendra, recording a touching tribute that was later posted by the show’s official channel. Badshah spoke warmly of the veteran actor, saying, “Dharam paaji was the real essence of Punjab, and now it feels as if that beautiful fragrance and essence has been lost from the soil of our own Punjab. He was Dharam Paaji, everybody’s, every fan’s ideal idol…” He continued, “Dharam ji wherever you are, be happy and hopeful and at peace.” The rapper finished with a line of poetry that Dharmendra often shared, “Sab kuch paakar bhi, haasil‑e‑zindagi kuch bhi nahi, Kambakkht jaan kyun jaati hai jaate hue.”
The judge and singer Shreya Ghoshal was also visibly moved, standing beside Badshah as a mark of respect. For those who may not know, Dharmendra recently passed away on 24 November at the age of 89.
Three days later, on her own social‑media page, Dharmendra’s wife and fellow actress Hema Malini posted a heartfelt tribute. She wrote, “Dharam ji. He was many things to me. Loving husband, adoring father of our two girls, Esha & Ahaana, friend, philosopher, guide, poet, my ‘go to’ person in all times of need – in fact, he was everything to me! And always has been through good times and bad. He endeared himself to all my family members with his easy, friendly ways, always showing affection and interest in all of them.” She went on to say, “As a public personality, his talent, his humility in spite of his popularity, and his universal appeal set him apart as a unique icon unequalled among all the legends. His enduring fame and achievements in the film industry will last forever.” She reminded her followers that her grief had no words, adding, “My personal loss is indescribable, and the vacuum created is something that will last through the rest of my life. After years of togetherness, I am left with myriad memories to relive the many special moments… ”
Dharmendra had been admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital in mid‑November after report of breathlessness, but was released soon thereafter and continued his recovery at home. Today, a prayer gathering for the late actor was organised by the Deol family in Mumbai. Although he has passed, Dharmendra will still appear on the big screen in the posthumous release “Ikkis,” directed by the acclaimed Sriram Raghavan and co‑starring Agastya Nanda and Simar Bhatia.
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