Amit Shah Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Dharmendra at Delhi Memorial Service

New Delhi : Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Thursday paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary actor Dharmendra at a memorial service held in Delhi, recalling the late star’s immense contribution to Indian cinema and his deep emotional bond with the people of the country.

Remembering the beloved actor, Amit Shah said that Dharmendra ji touched the hearts of millions through performances that rose above linguistic and regional boundaries. “Dharmendra ji won the hearts of millions of Indians with his acting that transcended linguistic and regional boundaries, leaving a lasting impression on people from all walks of life,” the Home Minister said in a post shared on X.

He added that the Indian film industry has lost one of its most extraordinary icons, whose artistic legacy continues to inspire generations. Shah highlighted how Dharmendra’s versatility—ranging from romance and comedy to intense drama and action—made him a rare talent whose films remain deeply cherished even today.

The memorial service, attended by admirers and dignitaries, reflected the actor’s towering influence and his unparalleled popularity in Indian cinema spanning more than six decades. Known lovingly as the ‘He-Man’ of Bollywood, Dharmendra carved a permanent place in Indian cultural memory with timeless films like Sholay, Phool Aur Patthar, Satyakam, Seeta Aur Geeta, Yaadon Ki Baarat, and many more.

Amit Shah’s tribute underscored the national sentiment of loss and admiration felt across the country. He noted that Dharmendra’s simplicity, warmth, and humility remained as celebrated as his on-screen charisma, making him a true people’s artist whose legacy will endure in the hearts of fans and the history of Indian cinema.

With heartfelt words and national acknowledgment of the star’s contributions, the memorial service served as a reminder of Dharmendra’s unmatched influence—an actor whose work remains timeless and whose memory continues to bring the nation together in admiration and respect.