The Indian film industry was thrown into turmoil on Tuesday morning as false reports of veteran actor Dharmendra’s demise spread rapidly. The 89-year-old icon, known for his illustrious career in Bollywood, was incorrectly declared dead by multiple media outlets, leading to an outpouring of tributes on social media. However, the actor’s family swiftly refuted the claims, clarifying that Dharmendra is hospitalized and responding to treatment. Khaleej Times confirmed the news after reaching out to the family, who revealed that the actor was admitted due to breathlessness. Prominent figures, including India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and superstar Chiranjeevi, initially posted condolences on social media but later deleted their messages upon learning the truth. Dharmendra’s wife, Hema Malini, and daughter Esha Deol, expressed their frustration over the irresponsible reporting, urging the media to respect the family’s privacy. An official statement from Sunny Deol’s team confirmed that Dharmendra is recovering and under close medical supervision at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital. The family has appealed for prayers and privacy during this challenging time. This incident marks the second time in 24 hours that false reports about Dharmendra’s health have caused alarm, highlighting the need for responsible journalism.