Bollywood actor Dharmendra discharged from Mumbai hospital

The 89-year-old has been in and out of hospital for weeks

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Karishma H. Nandkeolyar, Assistant Online Editor
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 Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra has been discharged from Breach Candy hospital this morning (Wednesday), reported PTI.

Quoting his doctor, the Press Trust of India said the family has decided to take him home for treatment.

The 89-year-old has been in and out of hospital for weeks.

The news comes after a day fraught with false narratives of the Indian icon's death. After a number of rumours began to circulate, his family addressed the world, asking for sensitivity and truthful reporting.

Hema Malini, for instance, wrote on X: "What is happening is unforgivable! How can responsible channels spread false news about a person who is responding to treatment and is recovering? This is being extremely disrespectful and irresponsible. Please give due respect to the family and its need for privacy."

Karishma H. Nandkeolyar
Karishma H. NandkeolyarAssistant Online Editor
Karishma Nandkeolyar is a lifestyle and entertainment journalist with a lifelong love for storytelling — she wrote her first “book” at age six and has been chasing the next sentence ever since. Known for her sharp wit, thoughtful takes, and ability to find the humor in just about anything, she covers everything from celebrity culture and internet trends to everyday lifestyle moments that make you go, “Same.” Her work blends insight with a conversational tone that feels like catching up with your cleverest friend — if your friend also had a deadline and a latte in hand. Off-duty, Karishma is a proud dog mom who fully believes her pup has a personality worth documenting, and yes, she does narrate those inner monologues out loud. Whether she’s writing features, curating content, or crafting the perfect headline, Karishma brings curiosity, creativity, and just the right amount of sarcasm to the mix.

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