Legendary actor Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24, 2025, will be remembered in a heartfelt and deeply personal way by his family. Instead of holding a traditional prayer meet, the Deol family has chosen to honour the beloved superstar with a ‘Celebration Of Life’ — an event that reflects the warmth, generosity and exuberance with which Dharmendra lived.
The gathering is designed to celebrate not just his cinematic brilliance, but also the joy he brought into the lives of millions over his six-decade career.
A Warm Tribute, the Dharmendra Way
According to sources, the memorial will take place later this week at a five-star hotel in Mumbai. The entire Deol family is expected to attend, along with close friends, extended relatives and colleagues from across the Hindi film industry.
An insider shared with Bollywood Hungama,
“The family wanted the event to reflect Dharamji’s spirit — warm, musical, emotional, and filled with love. They wanted it to feel like a hug, not a goodbye.”
Rather than a sombre ceremony, the evening will be a reflection of the superstar’s own personality — full of affection, nostalgia and lively memories.
Sonu Nigam to Sing Dharmendra’s Evergreen Hits
In one of the most touching gestures planned for the evening, Sonu Nigam has been invited to perform a curated set of Dharmendra’s most iconic songs. These timeless melodies defined the star’s on-screen persona — his charm, his romance, his quiet vulnerability.
A source added,
“Sonu will sing the classics that generations have grown up with… songs that instantly bring back Dharmendra’s charisma on screen. The idea is to allow music to do what Dharmendra’s films always did: bring joy, wipe tears and remind people of the beauty of love and friendship.”
Fans can expect renditions of some of his most unforgettable numbers — songs that shaped the golden era of Hindi cinema.
Remembering the He-Man of Indian Cinema
The event will bring together people from every decade of Dharmendra’s long and illustrious journey — from the black-and-white era of Phool Aur Patthar, the iconic brilliance of Sholay, the comedic mastery of Chupke Chupke, to the emotional depth of Satyakam.
For younger generations, he was the warm patriarch in films like Apne and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, and a gentleman who carried old-world charm with effortless grace.
Colleagues, directors, co-stars and friends are expected to share anecdotes that highlight the actor’s wit, kindness and humility — traits cherished by everyone who met him.
A Celebration of a Life Lived Large
Dharmendra’s ‘Celebration Of Life’ has been envisioned as an evening filled with music, laughter and heartfelt memories. It is designed not as a farewell, but as a reminder of a man who remained eternally young — in his heart and in the hearts of his fans.
For millions across the world, Dharmendra was not just a hero but a symbol of romance, strength and unshakeable charm. And as the Deol family gathers to honour him, the evening promises to echo exactly what he stood for: love, friendship, simplicity and an unending zest for life.
