A hospital worker has been arrested for secretly recording and leaking a private video of Dharmendra and his family from the ICU, sparking outrage and calls for greater protection of celebrity privacy.
Published: November 13, 2025 11:10 PM IST
A serious privacy breach has shocked Bollywood and fans of legendary actor Dharmendra. A hospital employee has been arrested for secretly recording and leaking a private video of the veteran actor and his family from inside an Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The incident took place during Dharmendra’s recent hospital stay, when he was undergoing treatment for a health issue. The video, showing the 88-year-old actor in a vulnerable state surrounded by his family, went viral on social media.
What happened inside the hospital?
Dharmendra was admitted to a Mumbai hospital after he experienced breathing issues and was kept under observation in the ICU. During his stay, a member of the hospital’s housekeeping staff allegedly recorded a short video on their phone. The video captured Dharmendra resting in bed, while his sons Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, along with other family members, including their mother Prakash Kaur stood near him. Without the family’s knowledge or permission, the staff member shared the video online. It spread rapidly across social media platforms, drawing both sympathy and anger. Fans were deeply upset that such a private and emotional moment had been exposed to the public.
Hospital authorities quickly launched an internal inquiry after discovering the incident. The investigation revealed the identity of the employee involved, and the hospital management immediately informed the police. Based on the complaint, the worker was arrested for breaching privacy and violating data-protection laws. Officials confirmed that a formal case has been registered under sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act for recording and sharing private content without consent. The investigation is ongoing, and more people may be questioned to determine if others were involved in spreading the clip.
The reaction to the entire matter
Sources close to the Deol family said that they were “deeply disturbed” by the leak. For Dharmendra’s children, Sunny, Bobby, and Esha Deol, the incident was heartbreaking, especially as it came at a time when their father’s health was delicate. Sunny Deol, who recently addressed the paparazzi outside their residence, expressed frustration over the growing invasion of celebrity privacy. He urged media and fans to respect personal boundaries, especially during moments of illness or grief.
Several Bollywood figures also voiced their support for the Deol family. They condemned the hospital worker’s actions and stressed that privacy should be respected regardless of a person’s fame. Many highlighted that celebrities, too, deserve dignity and confidentiality in medical spaces.
Story Highlights
- A hospital employee arrested for leaking Dharmendra’s private ICU video
- The video showed Dharmendra surrounded by family, including Sunny and Bobby Deol
- The incident has sparked outrage and calls for greater protection of celebrity privacy
- The investigation is ongoing, with more people possibly being questioned
The leak has left Dharmendra’s family and fans shocked and disturbed. The incident highlights the growing concern over privacy breaches and the need for stricter laws to protect individuals’ rights.
