The mortal remains of legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra were given a final, sacred send-off as his ashes were immersed in the holy waters of the Ganga River. The private ceremony took place at the revered Har Ki Pauri ghat in Haridwar early on Wednesday morning, bringing a dignified close to the iconic star's earthly journey.
A Solemn and Private Family Farewell
In keeping with the family's wishes for privacy, the last rites were conducted away from the public eye. The asthi-visarjan (immersion of ashes) was performed under the guidance of the family priest. Dharmendra's grandsons, often referred to for their robust physique, carried out the immersion rituals. His sons, actors Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, were present at a separate, private ghat to pay their final respects to their father.
Family Requests Media Privacy
Throughout the sensitive proceedings, the Deol family maintained a request for media privacy. This allowed the close-knit family to bid farewell to their patriarch in a peaceful and solemn atmosphere, free from intrusion. The ceremony adhered to traditional Vedic rites, honoring the cultural and religious sentiments of the family.
The Final Journey of a Cinematic Legend
The immersion at one of Hinduism's holiest sites marks the culmination of the final rituals for Dharmendra. Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar is a profoundly significant location for such ceremonies, believed to facilitate the soul's liberation. This final act served as a poignant and respectful conclusion to the life of the beloved actor, whose career spanned decades and left an indelible mark on Indian cinema.
The dignified farewell underscores the deep personal loss for the Deol family and the film fraternity, even as fans across the nation continue to cherish Dharmendra's legacy through his vast body of work.
