Pankaj Dheer, veteran actor best known for playing the role of Karna in BR Chopra’s TV series ‘Mahabharat’, passed away on October 15. The reason behind his demise has not been revealed. However, as per reports, he was diagnosed with cancer but recovered. A few months back, the cancer relapsed, and he had to go through a major surgery.
Several celebrities from the film industry including Salman Khan, Sidharth Malhotra and Firoz Khan arrived at the late actor’s funeral to pay tribute.
Meanwhile, Pankaj Dheer’s co-stars from Mahabharat and other movies and shows were also seen at the funeral.
Sidharth Malhotra, who worked with Pankaj Dheer’s son Nikitin in Shershaah, also reached to pay his final respects.
The news of the actor’s death was confirmed by CINTAA (Cine & TV Artistes Association) via a statement. “With profound grief and deep sorrow, we inform you of the passing away of our Trust’s erstwhile Chairman and CINTAA’s former Hon. General Secretary, Shri Pankaj Dheer ji, on 15th October 2025. The cremation will be held today at 4:30 p.m Next to Pawan Hans, Vile Parle(W) Mumbai,” the statement read.
Apart from Mahabharat, he worked in several prominent movies and shows like Saugandh, Sanam Bewafa, Sadak, Mr Bond, Pardesi, Chandrakanta, Beta, Soldier, Baadshah, Andaaz, Zameen, Taarzan: The Wonder Car, Sasural Simar Ka, Bado Bahu and many more.
