📌 Key Points
- Hema Malini announces tribute to Dharmendra at Delhi’s IFFD 2026.
- The film festival runs from March 25-31, featuring screenings and industry events.
- Hema Malini previously criticized the Oscars for omitting Dharmendra from ‘In Memoriam’.
- Dharmendra’s last film, ‘Ikkis’, was released posthumously and received positive reviews.
Hema Malini revealed that a tribute will be given to her late husband, Dharmendra, at the upcoming International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026. The festival will honor the legendary actor’s contributions to Indian cinema.
Dharmendra to be Honored at IFFD 2026
Actor-politician Hema Malini has said that her late husband, Dharmendra , will be given tribute at Delhi’s first International Film Festival Delhi (IFFD) 2026. Speaking to ANI, ahead of the inauguration of the festival in the national capital, Hema Malini said that she will receive the award. The event begins in Delhi on Wednesday.
The week-long festival will run from March 25-31. It will offer a series of screenings, discussions, and industry events across various venues in New Delhi, uniting filmmakers, industry professionals, and audiences from around the globe.
Hema Malini’s Reaction to Oscars Snub
Recently, when Dharmendra was not mentioned in the In Memoriam segment at the 98th Academy Awards, Hema called it “a shame”. I n an interview with Subhash K Jha for Bollywood Hungama , Hema had said, “It is a shame, of course. A shame for them to have overlooked an actor who means so many things to so many people in many parts of the world. Dharamji was known and recognised everywhere.”
She had added, “He never got too many awards during his lifetime. Why should he care about the Oscars? Both of us were happy to be loved in our country. But awards always eluded him. Even I didn’t get any award for my best performances in Lal Patthar and Meera.”
Dharmendra’s Final Film and Lasting Legacy
On November 24, Dharmendra breathed his last, leaving the film industry in mourning. His last rites were performed in the presence of his family. He is survived by his two wives, Hema Malini and Prakash Kaur, and six children, including Bobby Deol, Sunny Deol, Esha Deol and Ahana Deol.
Dharmendra’s final film, Ikkis, directed by Sriram Raghavan, released in theatres on January 1. His performance was widely praised by critics and audiences alike.
Dharmendra’s legacy continues to resonate within the film fraternity and among fans. The tribute at the IFFD 2026 ensures his contributions are remembered and celebrated, acknowledging his significant impact on Indian cinema.
