Bollywood actress and Mathura MP Hema Malini was already mourning the death of Pankaj Dheer, but now she has lost her close friend again. The actress has expressed grief over the demise of filmmaker Sanjay Khan’s wife Zarine. Hema Malini has written an emotional post remembering him on social media.

Hema Malini shared an emotional post
Hema Malini shared an old photo of herself, Sanjay Khan and Zarine Khan on the social media platform

Both Sanjay and Zareen have been very close to me for many years. Always wished for my good health. He attended all our family functions (birthdays, weddings, anniversaries) and was always ready to help.

Remembered Neetu Kohli
In the post, Hema Malini remembered another close friend of hers, Neetu Kohli, who had once designed her house in the 70s. She further wrote, “I will always feel the presence of both of you. I pray for Sanjay Khan in this difficult time, may God give him courage.”

Another close, dear friend goneZarine Khan is no more! Such a beautiful person, both inside and out. Both Sanjay and Zarine have been close to me for many, many years always wishing me well, participating in all our family celebrations – birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and… pic.twitter.com/1S6JJYksMk

— Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) November 8, 2025

Expressed grief over Pankaj Dheer’s departure
Earlier also on her birthday, Hema Malini had expressed grief over the demise of Pankaj Dheer. She wrote, “I have lost a very dear friend today and I am completely heartbroken. He was the best for me because he motivated me the most in the world of acting.”

I have lost a very dear friend today and am totally devastated. Pankaj Dheer, always so affectionate, enthusiastic about everything, a talented actor who won audience hearts with his portrayal of Karna in Mahabharat, so full of life, has breathed his last. He passed away after a… pic.twitter.com/8DC51AT6uS

— Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) October 15, 2025

Said goodbye to the world at the age of 81
Let us tell you, on the morning of 7th November, Zarine Khan said goodbye to the world at the age of 81. Zareen was suffering from age related problems and was bedridden for a long time. According to media reports, Zareen got infected with Corona in the year 2020 and was continuously ill since then. He was surrounded by many other diseases.

Zarine Khan was the best model, costume designer and actress of her time. He also worked with Dev Anand Sahab.