The entire nation breathes a collective sigh of relief as Bollywood legend Dharmendra has been officially discharged from the hospital and has returned home. After a challenging week under close medical observation, the 89-year-old veteran actor successfully recovered from a health scare, putting a definitive end to the deluge of alarming and entirely false rumours about his critical condition and subsequent demise that had plagued social media.
The actor left Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital earlier today and will now continue his full recovery under close medical supervision and treatment at his residence. This news brings immense joy to the film fraternity and his millions of fans worldwide who were deeply concerned by the speculative reports.
The week-long hospitalization became a subject of intense, often unethical, media scrutiny and widespread online misinformation. Reports falsely claiming the actor was on a ventilator or had even passed away were rampant, forcing the family to dedicate energy to managing the crisis of rumours while focusing on his health.
Sources close to the Deol family confirmed that Dharmendra was admitted after complaining of breathlessness stemming from a viral infection and age-related complications. However, his family members, including his wife Hema Malini and son Sunny Deol, consistently reassured the public that the actor was stable and recovering.
The actor’s swift recovery and discharge serve as the most powerful possible repudiation of the irresponsible speculation that had gripped the social media landscape. His family had strongly urged privacy, requesting that the public rely only on official statements, a plea that has now been vindicated by the actor’s healthy return home.
Dharmendra’s team confirmed that his discharge followed a series of successful medical assessments, with doctors satisfied that his vital parameters, including his respiratory function, had stabilized adequately for him to continue his recuperation in a familiar and comfortable setting.
A dedicated team of nurses and physiotherapists will continue to monitor his progress at home, ensuring he adheres strictly to the prescribed recovery regimen. This regimen includes medication for the viral infection, breathing exercises, and nutritional support tailored for his age.
“The doctors are happy with his recovery. The main objective was to stabilize his breathing, which we have achieved. He is much more comfortable at home and will receive the same level of care there,” stated a close family friend.
The actor is expected to take an extended break from public life and his professional commitments to prioritize his complete return to health. This focus on long-term recovery is a precautionary measure, given his age and his recent illness.
The entire episode underscores the enduring love and respect the nation holds for Dharmendra, whose career has spanned over six decades and includes iconic roles in films like Sholay, Chupke Chupke, and Satyakam. Despite his advanced age, the actor remains remarkably active, recently starring in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani and committed to films like ‘Ikkis,’ set for release next year.
His dedication to fitness, often sharing videos of his early morning walks and light exercises, has inspired millions. His return home marks not just a personal victory over illness but a powerful, uplifting message to his fans that the legendary ‘He-Man’ is still fighting strong.
As the industry and fans send their best wishes, all eyes remain on Dharmendra, eagerly awaiting his full recovery and his eventual return to the silver screen. His discharge is a moment of collective celebration, confirming that one of Bollywood’s greatest stars is safe, stable, and back where he belongs.
