India, May 25 -- Actor Hema Malini is in Delhi to receive the post humous Padma Vibhushan (India's second-highest civilian honour for his vast, decades-long contribution to Indian cinema )conferred on late actor and husband Dharmendra.

The award was conferred to him, as announced in January this year, after the actor passed away in November 2025.

Speaking to us from Delhi, Malini says, "It's an emotional moment for me. Ahana is with me, Esha wanted to come but could not make it here. The entire family is happy. Sunny, Bobby, everyone is aware of this and its a big moment for all of us."

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