5 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Nov 24, 2025 07:13 PM IST
In the later years of his life, long after the arc-lights dimmed and film sets quietened, Dharmendra found his greatest joy far away from the glamour of cinema—at his beloved 100-acre farmhouse in Lonavala. During the COVID-19 pandemic, when the world retreated indoors, the veteran actor opened a window into his rustic life, sharing videos from his farm that often went viral. In these glimpses, fans saw not a screen icon but a contented man reveling in the simplest pleasures: tending to his fields, feeding his cattle, and harvesting organic produce with his own hands.
The veteran actor lived there with his first wife Prakash Kaur.
Bobby Deol had earlier told ABP Live: “My mum Prakash is also there. They are both at the farm in Khandala right now. Papa and mummy are together; he just gets a little dramatic. They love being at the farmhouse. They are also old now, and being at the farmhouse is relaxing for them. The weather is nice, the food is nice. Papa has made a paradise out there.”
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A few years ago, Bobby’s wife Tania Deol had also spoken about how Prakash mostly is away from their Juhu home — spending time at Dharmendra’s Khandala farmhouse, as the couple liked to stay close to outdoors.
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Unlike the extravagant retreats of many celebrities own, Dharmendra’s farmhouse was a celebration of simplicity. Having grown up in Sahnewal, Punjab, his bond with farming ran deep. The land reminded him of his roots, and he nurtured it with the devotion of someone who understood the rhythm of the soil. His modest country kitchen was equipped with brass utensils and mud pots—echoes of a bygone era that he proudly preserved.
The farm was home to several cattle and a variety of birds, including guinea fowls and ducks. Dharmendra loved showcasing his daily routines: driving a tractor, ploughing the fields, and doing “kheti-baadi” with infectious enthusiasm. He grew a variety of organic fruits and vegetables, and even cultivated mustard to make his own mustard oil for cooking. A serene lake on the property often served as a sunbathing spot for his cattle—scenes he delighted in capturing for his fans.
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Among his cherished possessions at the farmhouse was his first-ever car, a Fiat, lovingly maintained over the years. He would often take it for a drive within the farm. Earthen pots, wooden tables, and rustic decor adorned the space, reflecting his deep appreciation for natural, unadorned beauty. Even his vanity van remained stationed on the property.
Dharmendra’s humility was as much a part of his identity as his legendary career. In one of his heartfelt Instagram posts, he wrote:
“Friends, 60 years have passed in the film industry… it never came to my mind that I am some celebrity. I am still a humble lad from the village with great dreams. A humble request to you all, dear friends… be kind, be humble, respect your elders. It will give you strength to reach your goals.”
His love for rural life also brought him back to traditions he had once drifted from. When a fan gifted him a wooden stove, he shared a video saying, “Kisi chahne wale ne diya hai ye wood stove… iss par khane ka woh zaiqa jisse main bhool chuka tha, naseeb ho gaya.” The stove rekindled memories of flavours he had long missed.
Even during the pandemic, when restrictions were at their peak, Dharmendra continued to work on his land. In a video shared with fans, he said proudly, “I do ploughing myself. This way, I keep myself fit.” For him, farming was not just a pastime—it was therapy, discipline, and a return to the self.
Dharmendra passed away today and was cremated at Mumbai’s Pawan Hans in the presence of friends and colleagues from the film industry. As fans mourn the loss of one of Indian cinema’s most beloved stars, the images and memories from his farmhouse stand as a poignant reminder of the man behind the legend—humble, grounded, and forever connected to the soil.
When Dharmendra shared videos from his Khandala farmhouse. (Photo: Dharmendra/Instagram)