Dharmendra missing from Oscars 2026 televised ‘In Memoriam’, included on academy’s official list
PTC News Desk: The annual ‘In Memoriam’ segment at the
Academy Awards paid tribute to several notable personalities from the global
film industry during the 2026 ceremony. The segment traditionally honours
artists and professionals who passed away over the past year, recognising their
lasting contributions to cinema.
Among those remembered during the televised
tribute were prominent figures such as Catherine O’Hara, Diane Keaton, Rob
Reiner, Robert Redford, Michele Singer Reiner, actor Val Kilmer and fashion
designer Giorgio Armani, among others.
However, many viewers noticed that
legendary Indian actor Dharmendra, who passed away in November 2025, was not
included in the televised montage. The omission quickly sparked reactions from
fans on social media, with many expressing disappointments over the absence of
one of Indian cinema’s most iconic stars.
Despite not appearing in the broadcast
segment, Dharmendra was included in the Academy’s extended ‘In Memoriam’ list
published on the official Oscars website. The online tribute also recognised
other prominent figures from Indian cinema, including Manoj Kumar, B. Saroja
Devi and Kota Srinivasa Rao.
Dharmendra was widely regarded as one of
the most celebrated stars in the history of Indian cinema. Over a career
spanning several decades, he became known for his memorable performances in
classic films such as Sholay, Chupke Chupke, Seeta Aur Geeta and Yaadon Ki
Baaraat. His absence from the televised tribute prompted renewed discussions
about global representation in the Academy’s memorial segment, even as the
online listing ensured that his legacy was formally acknowledged by the
organisation.
- With inputs from agencies
