Hema Malini unlocks rare memories of Dharmendra; shares never-seen pictures of the late actor

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Bollywood suffered a tremendous loss this week with the passing of legendary actor Dharmendra who was incredibly loved by friends, family and fans. The star’s death on November 24 2025, came just a few days away from his 90th birthday on December 8. As tributes flooded social media however, the Deol family stayed conspicuously silent throughout the whole ordeal, simply requesting privacy and respect and making no official statements.

Now, actress Hema Malini, Dharmendra’s wife and lifelong companion has taken to social media for the first time since her husband’s passing and posted some never-before-seen pictures of the couple, giving fans an intimate look at the happy family’s inner world. (Image source: Hema Malini/X)

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The happy couple looked radiant in matching flower garlands which fans can assume they exchanged. Their smiles exude a sense of contentment. (Image source: Hema Malini/X)

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A sweet snap of Dharmendra with his eldest daughter by Hema Malini – Esha Deol. It seems to be a candid shot from Christmas, as Esha dons a festive reindeer headband. (Image source: Hema Malini/X)

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Dharmendra and Hema Malini were always happiest when they were together – take a look at their beaming faces here. (Image source: Hema Malini/X)

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The couple dressed up in their traditional best and looked gorgeous doing it. This picture clearly shows why they were once hailed as Bollywood’s ‘It couple’ (Image source: Hema Malini/X)

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Matching in white, Dharmendra and Hema Malini look cool and breezy in their coordinated outfits. (Image source: Hema Malini/X)

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A girl dad through and through, Dharmendra’s daughters Esha and Ahana surely cherish every moment that they got with him. (Image source: Hema Malini/X)

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The Deol family certainly had many happy and cherished moments spent in their private little bubble. The entire family is dressed to the nines here, presumably for a festival like Diwali or a private event. (Image source: Hema Malini/X)

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The Deols do casual just as well as formals. The lovely family can be seen here, dressed down and relaxed in denim and cotton – a family that matches together, stays together. (Image source: Hema Malini/X)

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“Happy Birthday to the love of my life,” reads the card that Dharmendra holds. Clearly a birthday celebration in his honour, the veteran actor was all smiles in a bowler hat with his soulmate by his side. (Image source: Hema Malini/X)