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‘I wish I had sat with him more’: Bobby Deol says that his father Dharmendra’s passing has brought him closer to Esha Deol and Ahana Deol | Bollywood News

‘I wish I had sat with him more’: Bobby Deol says that his father Dharmendra’s passing has brought him closer to Esha Deol and Ahana Deol | Bollywood News

4 min readMumbaiApr 14, 2026 09:43 PM IST Legendary Bollywood actor Dharmendra passed away in November last year, leaving a void that is impossible to fill. In a recent interview, the late actor’s son Bobby Deol opened up about the grief that has settled in after such a loss and how it has brought the entire family together in a transformative way. ‘I wish I had sat with him more’ In a conversation with Esquire India, Bobby shared, “There are all these days, where I wish I had sat with him more. I wish I had asked him more questions.” Reflecting on a time when his father spoke about poems he had written, verses born from his own regret at not spending enough time with his own father, Kewal Kishan Singh Deol, the Animal actor said, “That really moved me. But I suppose this is the cycle of life.” He further spoke about the changes that have occurred within him since his father’s passing. “Now more than ever, I’m mindful of being with my sons, …

Sunny Deol looked ‘hurt’ whenever Dharmendra poured himself alcohol, made him feel ‘guilty’ for drinking: ‘He learnt from my mistakes’ | Bollywood News

Sunny Deol looked ‘hurt’ whenever Dharmendra poured himself alcohol, made him feel ‘guilty’ for drinking: ‘He learnt from my mistakes’ | Bollywood News

Dharmendra started his career in the movies in the 1960s and soon became known as the He-man of Bollywood. He also came to be known for his lively lifestyle, which also included a lot of alcoholic drinks. The actor never shied away from admitting that he loved his drinks, but he also knew that his son Sunny Deol was never comfortable with them. In fact, he also suggested that it was probably his lifestyle that made Sunny a teetotaler. In a 1983 interview, which was conducted before the release of Betaab, which marked Sunny’s debut and was produced by Dharmendra, the veteran actor said that his son had learnt from his mistakes. Also Read | Dharmendra dies at 89: The ‘macho’ hero who broke boundaries, gave India both Sholay and Satyakam In a chat with Cineblitz, Dharmendra was asked about Sunny’s upcoming career in the movies as the 25-year-old was about to make his debut. Dharmendra, who was also a leading man at this time, said, “He has learnt from my mistakes.” And he immediately …

Sunny Deol calls dad Dharmendra his ‘only hero’: ‘I don’t think there is a better actor than him’ | Bollywood News

Sunny Deol calls dad Dharmendra his ‘only hero’: ‘I don’t think there is a better actor than him’ | Bollywood News

Veteran actor Dharmendra has always been a guiding force for his sons, Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol. The duo frequently shares heartfelt insights into the bond with their father. During the trailer launch of his upcoming film Jaat in Delhi on Monday, Sunny spoke about the valuable life lessons he has learned from Dharmendra, describing him as his ‘only hero.’ The actor shared, “Whatever I am today, I have only learnt from my dad. I have always lived with him. He is my only hero. Moreover, I don’t think there is a better actor than him who has played such a variety of characters.” ALSO READ | Sunny Deol opens up about Dharmendra’s bond with Manoj Kumar, shares anecdote from their struggling days: ‘Jeb mein paise nahi the…’ Sunny added that ups and downs are a part of an actor’s life and dealing with them is what makes a man. “Ups and downs toh hote rehte hain. It happens so many times. I have seen it happening with my dad. Mere saath bhi hua hai. …

Bobby Deol says Dharmendra ‘signs good movies even at 87’ | Bollywood

Bobby Deol spoke about father-actor Dharmendra and said that even at 87, he continues to work tirelessly. Dharmendra will be seen with Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh in Karan Johar’s Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani this year. The veteran actor is also working on Maddock Films’ untitled comedy co-starring Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. Also read: Dharmendra smiles big as he celebrates Lohri with son Bobby Deol and grandsons Karan, Rajveer, Aryaman Dharmendra poses with Bobby Deol and his son Aryaman Deol (left). Bobby, who is gearing up for Apne 2, which will also feature Dharmendra and actor-brother Sunny Deol, said he was ‘in awe’ of his father as he lauded his ‘work ethic and passion for acting’. Bobby also said his father has been ‘working tirelessly since he was just 10 or 12-years-old’. Speaking to News18 about Dharmendra, Bobby Deol said, “I’m in awe of my father, who never fails to amaze me with his work ethic and passion for acting. Even at the age of 87, he continues to sign good movies, …