Dharmendra, often referred to as the 'He-Man' of Bollywood, who had been on ventilator support at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai, was discharged today. The veteran superstar will continue his treatment at home, as confirmed by his eldest son, Sunny Deol. For the unversed, Dharmendra was admitted to the South Mumbai hospital on Monday after he experienced breathlessness. India and especially his fans waited with bated breath for the next update on the superstar's health.

Tuesday morning was crucial and came as a heartbreak when multiple news media channels reported that Dharmendra had passed away, 27 days short of his 90th birthday. There was frenzy on social media with celebrities and politicians, including Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, posting tributes to the Indian cinema great.

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