Veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra recently made an appearance in Mumbai, sporting a bandaged eye after undergoing a medical procedure. The 89-year-old star, known for his legendary roles in films like ‘Sholay’ and ‘Rakhwala’, gave his fans a glimpse into his recovery, exuding strength and positivity despite the situation.
Dharmendra’s positive spirit after surgery
The moment was shared by paparazzo Viral Bhayani on Instagram, where the actor, who has been in the industry for decades, spoke to the cameras while showing off his eye bandage. In the video, Dharmendra, with his usual charm, reassured his fans about his health.
With his right eye covered in a plaster, he confidently said, “Abhi bhi bohut damm hai, bohut jaan rakhta hoon…Mere aankh mein graft hua hai. Toh aata hun, hann?” (I’m still very strong… I underwent an eye graft. I’ll leave now, okay?). His upbeat tone, even after undergoing surgery, showed just how strong and resilient he feels.
Not only did Dharmendra share the details of his surgery, but he also took a moment to express his love for his fans. “Love you audience, love you my friends, my fans. I’m strong,” he added, with a smile. His fans couldn’t help but admire his positive attitude despite the bandage across his eye.
What is an eye graft?
For those wondering about the medical procedure Dharmendra underwent, an eye graft, also known as corneal transplantation or keratoplasty, is a surgery in which a damaged or diseased cornea is replaced with healthy tissue. This procedure helps improve vision or relieve pain caused by corneal issues
Fans show concern and well-wishes
After the video was shared online, Dharmendra’s loyal fans flooded the comments section with messages of concern and well wishes. “What happened to you, Dharamji? Please take care,” one fan commented, while another wrote, “God bless you. Please take care of yourself.” Other fans added, “Wishing you a speedy recovery,” showing their genuine care for the actor. These heartfelt comments reflect just how much Dharmendra is loved by his fans.
On work front
The actor was last seen on the big screen in ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani’, a film directed by Karan Johar. Released in 2023, the film was a major hit, receiving widespread praise. Alongside Dharmendra, the film featured an ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Jaya Bachchan, and Shabana Azmi.
