'Happy birthday my dear heart': Hema Malini remembers Dharmendra on his 90th birth anniversary

Actress and politician Hema Malini, who had previously been vocal about her husband's health, took to social media to remember the Bollywood stalwart on his 90th birth anniversary. Sharing a couple of rare, unseen pictures from their personal album, Hema penned a heartfelt caption. She wrote “Dharam ji

Happy birthday my dear heart❤️

More than two weeks have passed since you left me heartbroken, slowly gathering up the pieces and trying to reconstruct my life, knowing that you will always be with me in spirit. The joyful memories of our life together can never be erased and just reliving those moments bring me great solace and happiness. I thank God for our lovely years together, for our two beautiful girls who reaffirm our love for each other and for all the beautiful, happy memories that will remain with me in my heart.

❤️On your birthday🙏

My prayers for God to grant you the wealth of peace and happiness that you richly deserve for your humility and goodness of heart and your love for humanity.

Happy birthday dear love❤️

Our happy ‘together’ moments💕” (sic)

One of Indian cinema’s most celebrated actors, Dharmendra, has given numerous memorable characters. His contributions over the decades have left an indelible mark on Indian cinema.

The actor, aged 89, was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital in November after his health took a turn for the worse.  Despite being released and receiving medical supervision at home, his condition worsened, and he died at his residence. Dharmendra passed away on November 24, and today would have marked his 90th birthday.

In 1980, Dharmendra and Hema Malini reportedly converted to a different faith and tied the knot without a divorce. They are said to have adopted the names Dilawar Khan and Aisha Bi for their initial private Nikah ceremony, which was subsequently followed by an Iyengar-style wedding to respect Hema’s southern background.