Veteran Bollywood legend Dharmendra remains in critical condition at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital, where he was admitted a few days ago due to age-related health issues. Despite circulating rumors of his death that sent shockwaves through the film industry, his daughter Esha Deol has firmly denied these reports, assuring everyone that her father is alive and currently recovering.

Dharmendra, who debuted in 1960 with "Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere," ruled Bollywood for nearly 65 years, appearing in over 300 films including iconic hits like "Sholay," "Seeta Aur Geeta," and "Mera Gaon Meri Desh." Born on December 8, 1935, in Nasrali village of Punjab, he rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most celebrated actors in both Hindi and Punjabi cinema.

His fans can look forward to his next film "21," releasing on December 25, where Dharmendra will portray the father of Arun Khetrapal, the hero of the 1971 Indo-Pak War, played by Amitabh Bachchan's grandson Agastya Nanda.

Esha's post urged everyone to respect the family's privacy and thanked people for their prayers while reaffirming that the actor is still undergoing treatment and improving.