Dharmendra Deol, one of Indian cinema's most popular stars, died on Monday. He was 89.

The actor, who would have turned 90 on Dec. 8, had been in and out of a hospital in Mumbai over the past few weeks.

A senior police official who had spoken to Deol's doctor confirmed the death on condition of anonymity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered his condolences, saying the actor's death marks the end of an era in Indian cinema.

"He was an iconic film personality, a phenomenal actor who brought charm and depth to every role he played. The manner in which he played diverse roles struck a chord with countless people," Modi said on X.

Often called Bollywood's "He-Man," Deol combined the old-school heroism of an action star with the tenderness of a romantic lead. His versatile performances made

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