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In a powerful display of family unity, Sunny Deol was seen posing with his half-sisters, Esha Deol and Ahana Deol, at a special screening of Border 2 on Sunday night in Mumbai.
This rare public outing effectively silences months of speculation regarding a “rift” within the Deol family following the death of their father, the legendary Dharmendra.
The “Rift” Rumours: A Context
The chatter about a family divide reached its peak in late 2025 following the passing of Dharmendra on November 24, 2025.
- Separate Prayer Meets: Fans noticed that Sunny and Bobby Deol hosted a massive “Celebration of Life” prayer meet at Taj Lands End, while Hema Malini, Esha, and Ahana held a separate, more private ceremony at their residence.
- Sidelining Allegations: Reports and social media commentary suggested that the “first family” (Prakash Kaur and her sons) had sidelined the “second family,” leading to an awkward public divide during the mourning period.
A Milestone Moment at the Screening
The screening of Border 2 served as the perfect backdrop for a public reconciliation.
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- First Time Since Nov 2025: This was the first time Sunny was seen with Esha and Ahana since their father’s funeral.
- Protective “Big Brother”: Videos show Sunny standing protectively between the two sisters, resting his hands on their shoulders. He was also seen guiding them through the crowd and ensuring they were comfortable before the screening began.
- The Vibe: Esha and Ahana arrived in casual attire (checkered and blue shirts with jeans), smiling warmly as they supported their elder brother’s record-breaking film.
Dharmendra Posthumously Honoured
Adding to the emotional weight of the evening, the Padma Awards 2026 were announced on the same day.
- Padma Vibhushan: Dharmendra has been posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian honor.
- The Final Film: His last cinematic appearance, Ikkis (starring Agastya Nanda), was released on January 1, 2026, just weeks after his passing.