When late actor Dharmendra waited for two hours just to watch Kapil Sharma perform in Toronto |

Actor-comedian and show host Kapil Sharma recently shared an emotional anecdote on Indian Idol 16 about his deep, familial bond with the late legendary actor Dharmendra. Sharma revealed that Dharmendra was one of his biggest early supporters. To demonstrate the veteran actor’s profound affection, Sharma recounted an incident where Dharmendra waited for almost two hours in Toronto just to watch the comedian perform. Read on to know more.

Actor-comedian and show host Kapil Sharma recently opened up about his lifelong bond with late legendary actor Dharmendra. Talking about the same on Indian Idol 16, Sharma shared that the veteran star always treated him like his own family. Let’s learn more about it.

Kapil Sharma reveals Dharmendra always treated him like his son

On the show, speaking with warmth and nostalgia, Kapil Sharma shared, “Unhone hamesha mujhe apna beta mana… Aur unke jaisa na koi tha, na hoga (He always considered me like his own son. There will be nobody like him ever).”

Kapil Sharma reveals Dharmendra waited for almost two hours in Toronto for him

Kapil Sharma went on to share that while the audience found him through laughter club performances, Dharmendra became his biggest supporter. The actor revealed that Dharmendra once waited for nearly two hours in Toronto to watch the comedian perform. The gesture left a long-lasting impact on him, strengthening a bond that went far beyond the screen.As a tribute to both his own late father and Dharmendra, Kapil sang the emotional song ‘Chithi Na Koi Sandesh’, leaving the audience and judges visibly emotional. “Poora duniya unse pyaar karti hai (The whole world loves him),” Kapil said, urging everyone to celebrate Dharmendra’s unmatched legacy and the love he inspired across generations.

More about Dharmendra’s death

For the uninitiated, the late superstar Dharmendra passed away on November 24, at the age of 89. He had been put on a ventilator in mid-November, after he faced breathing difficulties.He was soon discharged from the hospital and was brought back home, where his treatments continued.

More about Kapil Sharma

The actor is currently working on his next film, ‘Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2’. The film stars Ayesha Khan, Parul Gulati, Tridha Choudhury, and Hira Warina. Manjot Singh will be back as Kapil’s best friend, and his best friend and late actor Asrani will play the role of a priest. Sushant Singh will also be seen in a pivotal role. The film will hit theaters on December 12, 2025.