Late actor Dharmendra has been posthumously awarded the prestigious Padma Vibhushan for his significant contributions to the film industry. Filmmaker Anil Sharma, who collaborated with Dharmendra in the 2007 film “Apne,” expressed his heartfelt sentiments, wishing the actor had received this honor earlier to accept it himself.
Anil Sharma took to his official social media account to congratulate Dharmendra’s admirers on this achievement. He expressed a desire for Dharmendra to have received the Padma Vibhushan during his lifetime, emphasizing that the actor’s legacy transcends any accolades or awards.
The entertainment industry rallied behind Dharmendra, with veteran actress Hema Malini and Dharmendra’s daughter, Esha Deol, expressing pride and joy over the posthumous recognition. Hema Malini thanked the Government for honoring Dharmendra’s immense contributions, while Esha Deol shared her happiness about her father being bestowed with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan Award.
