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‘Felt Dharmendra with me, asking me to collect Padma Vibhushan’: Hema Malini | Bollywood News

‘Felt Dharmendra with me, asking me to collect Padma Vibhushan’: Hema Malini | Bollywood News

4 min readMumbaiJul 9, 2026 01:48 PM IST The passing of veteran actor Dharmendra last year left the Hindi film industry and generations of admirers in mourning. Remembered as one of Indian cinema’s most enduring stars, his absence continues to be deeply felt. Recently, his wife, veteran actor Hema Malini, reflected on receiving the Padma Vibhushan on his behalf and recalled feeling his presence during the emotional moment. ‘He wanted that all of us should be together’ Speaking to HT City, Hema said, “It was an emotional, yet exciting moment for me. His seven decades of work was recognised. That I was able to go on stage and receive it, was the biggest moment. As I was going towards Rashtrapati ji to receive it, I could feel him behind me, making me walk up, saying ‘go ahead to collect it’.” She also spoke about how Dharmendra always wanted the family to remain close-knit. Reflecting on his wishes after his passing, Hema said, “He would say ‘I am fond of my family’, hamesha united rehne ko …

Exclusive | Hema Malini says Dharmendra wanted ‘entire family united’; sensed him while receiving his Padma Vibhushan

Exclusive | Hema Malini says Dharmendra wanted ‘entire family united’; sensed him while receiving his Padma Vibhushan

It’s been 60 years of Hema Malini regaling us with her acting performances. And now, it’s set to be celebrated with a musical concert in Mumbai. Joining her would be some of the biggest filmmakers she has worked with over the years, apart from some famous names from the music world who will croon chartbusters from her films. Hema Malini with late husband, actor Dharmendra. Looking back at this journey, Hema reminisces about the time gone by as she speaks to HT City, “The 1970s and 80s were the best period of my life, I did the maximum films then, with directors utilising me so beautifully. Those memories will always remain with me. But life goes on, you get settled, family comes along. Till Baghban (2003) I was continuing my acting career, then I transitioned to politics. I never left dancing, though. We are celebrating such beautiful 60 years. Anirudh Chawla inspired me to do this.” The plan originally started with a book on Hema, which she reveals even Dharmendra, her late husband and legendary …

Esha Deol on mother Hema Malini accepting late father Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan: ‘Deeply emotional’

Esha Deol on mother Hema Malini accepting late father Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan: ‘Deeply emotional’

Even though Dharmendra lived a long and fulfilling life, ensuring that both his family and his fans got enough of him, he is still missed by those who loved and admired him. Widely known as Bollywood’s “He-Man,” the actor passed away at 89 in November 2025, leaving behind a lasting legacy. While even his fans are yet to come to terms with their beloved Dharmendra’s demise, one can imagine how difficult it must have been for his family, particularly his daughter Esha Deol, who shared a close bond with the acting legend. ‘Not a day goes by without missing him’ In a recent interview, Esha Deol admitted that not a day goes by without her missing her late father. She also opened up about her feelings while watching her mother, veteran actor Hema Malini, accept the Padma Vibhushan on Dharmendra’s behalf recently. Mentioning that he was present and available to her at every phase of her life, Esha shared that throughout the 44 years she had with Dharmendra, she looked up to him as an …

Hema Malini on accepting Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan: ‘Big pride moment for me’ | Bollywood News

Hema Malini on accepting Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan: ‘Big pride moment for me’ | Bollywood News

3 min readBengaluruMay 27, 2026 01:18 PM IST Hema Malini accepted the prestigious Padma Vibhushan on behalf of her husband Dharmendra in an emotional moment that touched fans across the country. The veteran actor was honoured posthumously with one of India’s highest civilian awards, recognising his immense contribution to Indian cinema over several decades. Before stepping into Rashtrapati Bhavan, Hema Malini opened up about receiving the Padma Vibhushan on behalf of Dharmendra and called it an emotional and proud moment for the family. Talking to Bombay Times, the actor shared, “It was a big pride moment for me to receive the Padma Vibhushan Award posthumously for Dharam ji. It is such a great honour, and I feel very happy as well as emotional at the same time. He truly deserves it,” she said. Hema further added that the entire family was overjoyed by the recognition and expressed gratitude to everyone by saying, “We are all very happy on behalf of entire family and thank each and every body. I am just entering the Rashtrapati Bhawan.” …

Hema Malini admits feeling ’emotional’ while receiving Padma Vibhushan on behalf of Dharmendra: ‘He deserves it’

Hema Malini admits feeling ’emotional’ while receiving Padma Vibhushan on behalf of Dharmendra: ‘He deserves it’

On Monday, late legendary star Dharmendra was posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian honour, for his exceptional contributions to Indian cinema spanning over six decades. Actor and politician Hema Malini accepted the honour from President Droupadi Murmu. Recently, Hema spoke about the emotional moment when she accepted the award on behalf of her late husband. Hema Malini on receiving Padma Vibhushan for Dharmendra. (Instagram/@pallav_paliwal) ‘Big pride moment for me’ Speaking to ETimes, Hema called the moment deeply emotional for her. She said, “It was a big pride moment for me. To go and receive Padma Vibhushan Award posthumously for Dharam ji. What a great honour he has given me to go and receive it. I am very happy but at the same time very emotional. He deserves it. We are all very happy on behalf of entire family and thank each and every body.” The video from the Padma Awards ceremony showed Hema Malini getting emotional as she received the honour on Dharmendra’s behalf. The couple’s daughter Ahana Deol was also present at …

Hema Malini felt Dharmendra’s ‘warm presence’ while accepting his Padma Vibhushan award: ‘Tears welled up’

Hema Malini felt Dharmendra’s ‘warm presence’ while accepting his Padma Vibhushan award: ‘Tears welled up’

On Monday evening, late actor Dharmendra was honoured with the Padma Vibhushan for his contribution to Indian cinema across a career spanning more than six decades. His wife, politician and actor Hema Malini, accepted the honour on his behalf from President Droupadi Murmu. She later took to social media to reflect on the emotional moment, revealing that she felt Dharmendra’s presence while receiving the prestigious award. Hema Malini talks about accepting Dharmendra’s posthumous Padma Vibhushan award. Hema Malini calls accepting Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan a ‘euphoric moment’ On Tuesday, Hema took to X and shared pictures from the ceremony. Along with the photos, she penned an emotional note remembering Dharmendra. She wrote, “A euphoric moment! A moment when I actually felt my husband Dharam ji’s warm presence, holding my hand and guiding me to the dais where his Padma Vibhushan award awaited him.” She further added, “Yesterday, at the serene Padma Awards function, as Her Excellency the President personally handed out the prestigious awards to the deserving achievers, I sat representing Dharam ji and felt immense …

Ahana Deol represented Dharmendra’s 6 children during Padma Vibhushan honour: Esha Deol | Bollywood News

Ahana Deol represented Dharmendra’s 6 children during Padma Vibhushan honour: Esha Deol | Bollywood News

5 min readMumbaiMay 26, 2026 09:39 AM IST Veteran actor Dharmendra was conferred with the posthumous Padma Vibhushan honour on Monday. His wife, actress Hema Malini, received the award in Delhi. Hema and Dharmendra’s youngest daughter Ahana also attended the ceremony and broke down as her mother accepted the award on her late father’s behalf. Now, actress Esha Deol has also penned a note celebrating the honour as she called it a moment of pride for the entire family. Dharmendra was also honoured with the Padma Bhushan award in 2012. ‘Ahana Deol represented all six of us, his children’ While Esha Deol could not attend the ceremony, she penned a note in Dharmendra’s memory. She wrote on Instagram, “A moment of pride, A moment of emotion. How we so deeply wished he was present today, dressed in a crisp white shirt and blue suit, looking as handsome as always, with the excitement of a young boy going to receive the prestigious award. Yesterday, my mother represented our family and received the award. And the youngest …

Esha Deol pens emotional note as Hema Malini accepts Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan: ‘Deeply wished he was present today’

Esha Deol pens emotional note as Hema Malini accepts Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan: ‘Deeply wished he was present today’

On Monday evening, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Padma Awards 2026 on 131 recipients from various fields. Among them was late actor Dharmendra, who was honoured for his contribution to Indian cinema spanning over six decades. His wife, actor and politician Hema Malini, accepted his posthumous Padma Vibhushan award on his behalf. Now, their daughter Esha Deol has penned an emotional note on social media remembering her father. Esha Deol pens emotional note as Hema Malini accepts Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan on his behalf. Esha Deol remembers father as Hema Malini accepts Padma Vibhushan on his behalf Esha took to Instagram and shared photos of Hema Malini getting emotional while accepting Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan award. Alongside the pictures, she wrote, “A moment of pride. A moment of emotion. How we so deeply wished he was present today, dressed in a crisp white shirt and blue suit, looking as handsome as always, with the excitement of a young boy going to receive this prestigious award.” She further added, “Yesterday, as my mother represented our family and received …

Ahana Deol breaks down as emotional Hema Malini accepts Dharmenda’s posthumous Padma Vibhushan at Padma Awards 2026

Ahana Deol breaks down as emotional Hema Malini accepts Dharmenda’s posthumous Padma Vibhushan at Padma Awards 2026

The Padma Awards 2026 were held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi on Monday evening, with President Droupadi Murmu conferring awards to 131 recipients from various fields. Among them was the late actor Dharmendra, who was honoured for his contribution to cinema for over six decades. (Also Read: Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Satish Shah honoured posthumously; Mammootty, R Madhavan, Alka Yagnik conferred) Ahana Deol broke down crying as Hema Malini accepted Dharmendra’s Padma award. Ahana Deol breaks down as Hema Malini accepts Dharmendra’s Padma Award On Monday evening, Hema and Ahana were in Delhi to accept Dharmendra’s posthumous Padma Vibhushan award. As Hema approached the podium to accept the honour on the late actor’s behalf, Ahana could be seen breaking down as she clapped. Hema also looked emotional as she took the scroll presented by the President, kicking off the ceremony. This is not Dharmendra’s first Padma honour. In 2012, he was conferred with the Padma Bhushan for his contribution to Indian cinema. Among others who received the Padma Awards this year posthumously was Satish …

Padma Awards 2026: Hema Malini accepts Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan; Mammootty honoured | Bollywood News

Padma Awards 2026: Hema Malini accepts Dharmendra’s Padma Vibhushan; Mammootty honoured | Bollywood News

3 min readMay 25, 2026 05:36 PM IST Padma Awards 2026: President Droupadi Murmu presented the Padma Awards 2026 to the winners during an event held at the Ganatantra Mandap in Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, on Monday, May 25. The event was attended by Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, among others. On the occasion, the President honoured iconic Bollywood actor Dharmendra, who passed away in November 2025, with a posthumous Padma Vibhushan. His second wife, actor-politician Hema Malini, accepted the award on his behalf, appearing visibly emotional. On the Padma Awards’ official website, he was cited as “one of the most versatile and successful actors in the history of the Hindi film industry. Popularly known as the ‘He-Man’ of Bollywood. [He] left an indelible influence through 300 films.” Dharmendra was conferred with the Padma Bhushan in 2012. #WATCH | Delhi | Padma Vibhushan awarded to legendary veteran actor late Dharmendra by President Droupadi Murmu BJP MP Hema Malini received the honour awarded to her late husband and …