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# A Bittersweet Triumph: Hema Malini's Emotional Reaction to Dharmendra's Posthumous Padma Vibhushan **In a moment that blends pride with poignant reflection, veteran actress Hema Malini celebrated her late husband Dharmendra's posthumous Padma Vibhushan award, India's second-highest civilian honor, while wistfully noting it came "much earlier" than deserved.**[1][2][3] Dharmendra, the iconic Bollywood star born in 1935 in Punjab, captivated audiences for decades with his charm, starting from his 1960 debut in *Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere* and continuing through hits until his final role in *Ikkis* in 2025.[3][4] He passed away on November 24, 2025, at age 89 after battling health issues, leaving behind a legacy of over 300 films and countless admirers who mourned alongside stars like Aamir Khan and Abhishek Bachchan.[2][4][5] Hema Malini, overwhelmed with emotion, shared her joy on X (formerly Twitter): "So so proud that the govt has recognised Dharam ji's immense contribution to the film industry by bestowing on him the prestigious Padma Vibhushan award." Speaking to Hindustan Times, she added, "He has done a lot of contribution to the film industry. As an actor, and as a human being too, he has been such a wonderful person. He would always help people, and that was extraordinary. He deserves this... He deserved it much earlier as well."[1][4] This honor, announced by the Ministry of Home Affairs on the eve of Republic Day 2026, also recognized other luminaries like Mammootty (Padma Bhushan) and Alka Yagnik.[2][3]

Dharmendra's journey from a talent hunt winner to Bollywood's "He-Man" wasn't just about box-office hits; it was his generosity and enduring partnership with Hema—whom he married in 1980, sharing daughters Esha and Ahana—that made him a true legend.[1][5] Fans continue to cherish memories, like Hema's tribute post-death: "Dharam ji... was everything to me!"[5] This award cements Dharmendra's irreplaceable place in Indian cinema. What's your favorite Dharmendra film or memory of this golden couple? **Drop a comment below, share this post to honor his legacy, and let's keep the conversation alive!**
Citations
1.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/hema-malini-reacts-as-dharmendra-receives-padma-vibhushan-posthumously-he-deserved-it-much-earlier/articleshow/127487767.cms
2.https://www.newkerala.com/news/a/hema-malini-reacts-dharmendra-being-conferred-padma-vibhushan-261.htm
3.https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/hema-malini-expresses-pride-over-dharmendras-padma-vibhushan-honour-so-so-proud-10883503
4.https://www.hindustantimes.com/htcity/cinema/exclusive-hema-malini-reacts-to-dharmendras-padma-vibhushan-honour-he-deserved-it-much-earlier-101769351321677.html
5.https://www.bollywoodshaadis.com/articles/hema-malini-shares-post-after-dharmendra-wins-padma-vibhushan-74163
6.https://www.sunriseradio.com/news/bollywood-news/hema-malini-reacts-to-padma-vibhushan-for-dharmendra-so-so-proud/
7.https://www.socialnews.xyz/2026/01/25/hema-malini-reacts-to-dharmendra-being-conferred-with-padma-vibhushan-award/
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