India, Nov. 25 -- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said Indian cinema had lost an immortal icon with the passing away of veteran actor Dharmendra.
Delhi Lt Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena also paid tributes to the actor. The actor's death marks the end of a golden era in Indian cinema.
Dharmendra, the star who wrote himself into showbiz legend in a 65-year career spanning 300 films ranging from "Satyakam' to "Sholay", died in Mumbai on Monday. He was 89.
"The news of the passing of renowned actor and former Member of Parliament, Shri Dharmendra Ji, is deeply saddening. Today, Indian cinema has lost an immortal icon, a simple personality, and an artist beloved by generations," Delhi Chief Minister said in a post on X in Hindi.
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