Salman Khan's Emotional Tribute on Bigg Boss
Bollywood megastar Salman Khan delivered an emotional tribute to the late legendary actor Dharmendra during the recent episode of Bigg Boss Season 19. The host expressed his profound sorrow over the passing of the veteran star, describing the week as extremely heavy for the entire nation and Bollywood industry.
Standing by the Deol Family in Grief
Salman Khan demonstrated his respect and solidarity with the bereaved family by being among the first Bollywood celebrities to pay his respects. The actor attended both the cremation ceremony on November 24 and the prayer meeting organized by the Deol family on November 27. Dharmendra, who was 89 years old at the time of his passing, would have celebrated his 90th birthday on December 8 this year.
A Bond Spanning Five Decades
The relationship between Salman Khan and Dharmendra extends beyond their on-screen collaboration in the film 'Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya', which also featured Kajol and Arbaaz Khan. Their families' connection dates back over 50 years, beginning when Salman's father, Salim Khan, co-wrote the iconic classic 'Sholay' with Javed Akhtar. Dharmendra immortalized the character of Veeru in Sholay, a role that remains one of Bollywood's most celebrated performances.
During his emotional address on Bigg Boss, Salman revealed his inner conflict, stating "I wish I were not hosting Bigg Boss this week, but at the end, life goes on." His words reflected the deep personal loss he felt while maintaining professional commitments.
The entertainment industry witnessed an outpouring of support for the Deol family following Dharmendra's passing. Numerous prominent figures from Bollywood visited the family residence to offer condolences, including:
- Jeetendra and Rakesh Roshan
- Rekha and Hrithik Roshan
- Varun Dhawan and Ajay Devgn
- Jackky Bhagnani and Rakul Preet Singh
- Allu Aravind, father of Allu Arjun
The collective mourning demonstrated the immense respect and admiration the film community held for the legendary actor, whose career spanned generations and left an indelible mark on Indian cinema.
