NEW DELHI: Former India cricketer Sachin Tendulkar shared a be aware on Monday expressing grief over the dying of veteran actor Dharmendra, calling him a significant determine in Indian cinema whose power stayed with everybody who met him. Tendulkar mentioned Dharmendra’s presence linked with individuals throughout generations.“I, like many others, took an immediate liking to Dharmendra ji, the actor, who entertained us along with his versatility. That on-screen bond grew to become stronger off-screen once I met him. His power was extremely infectious, and he would all the time inform me, ‘Tumko dekhkar ek kilo khoon badh jaata hai mera.’ He had an easy heat, making everybody round him really feel valued and particular. It was unattainable to not be a fan of the particular person he was. As we speak, my coronary heart feels heavy along with his passing. Aisa lagta hai jaise mera 10 kilo khoon kam ho gaya hai. Will miss you,” Tendulkar wrote on X.Virat Kohli additionally paid tribute to the veteran actor. “As we speak, we have now misplaced a legend of Indian cinema who captivated hearts along with his appeal and his expertise. A real icon who impressed everybody who watched him. Might the household discover energy on this robust time. My honest condolences to the entire household,” Kohli posted on X.

Dharmendra died at his Mumbai residence on Monday on the age of 89. He had been unwell for a while and had been shifting out and in of hospital. His household shifted his remedy residence earlier this month. He would have turned 90 on December 8.