Dharmendra Posthumously Awarded Padma Vibhushan; Anil Sharma Wishes Honour Came Earlier

• Legendary actor Dharmendra has been posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian honour, for his unparalleled contribution to Indian cinema.
• Filmmaker Anil Sharma, who directed Dharmendra in 'Apne', expressed heartfelt congratulations but wished the honour had come earlier so Dharmendra could have accepted it himself.
• Sharma emphasized that Dharmendra's legacy and the love he received from generations far surpass any award or title.
• Hema Malini also shared her pride on X (formerly Twitter) regarding the government's recognition of Dharmendra's contributions.
• Dharmendra, who passed away in 2021, had a prolific career from 1960, starring in iconic films like 'Sholay' and 'Seeta Aur Geeta', and previously received the Padma Bhushan in 2012.

Why It Matters: Dharmendra posthumously receives Padma Vibhushan, sparking tributes and a wish for earlier recognition.