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IFFI 2025 Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Legendary Actor Shri Dharmendra<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n


\nHe was an iconic actor and an exceptional human being: Rahul Rawail<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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#IFFIWood, 25 November 2025<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Indian cinema mourns the passing of Shri Dharmendra, one of its greatest and most beloved icons, who left for his heavenly abode on Monday, November\u00a024, 2025. The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) joined the nation in expressing profound grief and paid a moving tribute to the legendary actor today.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Noted filmmaker Rahul Rawail delivered an emotional remembrance, reflecting on his cherished memories with one of the brightest stars of the silver screen. He began by urging everyone to celebrate the extraordinary life of Late Shri Dharmendra, acknowledging the immense sorrow his family must be enduring. \u201cHe was an iconic actor and an exceptional human being,\u201d Rawail said.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Recalling his days as an Assistant Director on Raj Kapoor\u2019s\u00a0Mera Naam Joker<\/em>, Rawail shared how Late Shri Dharmendra portrayed trapeze artist Mahendra Kumar with unmatched dedication. He narrated how the actor would take an evening flight to Delhi every day for a month, shoot till 5 a.m., and then return to Mumbai to continue filming\u00a0Aadmi Aur Insaan<\/em>\u2014a grueling schedule he maintained unfailingly.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Rahul Rawail also reminisced about the shooting of\u00a0Betaab<\/em>\u00a0(1983), which marked the debut of Late Shri Dharmendra\u2019s son, Sunny Deol. While filming in Kashmir, crowds would gather in large numbers just to catch a glimpse of Late Shri Dharmendra. After the film\u2019s release, he watched his son\u2019s debut at Gaiety Cinema in Bandra West every evening for several days and would visit Director Rahul Rawail\u2019s home afterward to discuss the film with the same enthusiasm of someone viewing it for the first time each and every day. Rawail also noted with pride that the legendary actor\u2019s children continue to carry forward his \u2018tremendous legacy\u2019.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cDharam ji was a man whose life must be celebrated, for he brought a lot of pleasure to people\u201d, he said emotionally. He recounted the story of a Delhi police officer who had longed to meet Late Shri Dharmendra and touch his feet. Upon learning that the icon had passed away, the officer broke down in grief, called Rawail and expressed his desire to meet Sunny Deol to convey his condolences. \u201cThis is the power of Dharam ji,\u201d Rawail emphasized.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Rawail also called Late Shri Dharmendra a father figure who nurtured and supported him throughout his career. He also praised him as a wonderful producer.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

In his concluding remarks, he said, \u201cWe\u2019ve lost a great human being. We were fortunate to have lived in times when icons like Dharmendra ji were working.\u201d He expressed gratitude to the IFFI organizers for arranging a special homage to honour the timeless star.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

A towering figure, a beloved artist, and a man of unmatched warmth\u2014 Late Shri Dharmendra\u2019s legacy will forever remain etched in the heart of Indian cinema.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n