Jackie Shroff recently attended the prayer meet of veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, held at the ISKCON Temple in Juhu, Mumbai. However, a video from the event is now going viral, showing Jackie calling out a paparazzo for following him with a camera during the solemn occasion.
In the clip, Jackie appears visibly upset as he reminds the photographer about maintaining sensitivity and decorum at such gatherings. He can be heard saying, “Tere ghar mein, apne ghar mein hoga toh samajh raha hai na? (If something were to happen in your home, you’d understand, right?)”
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The video has drawn widespread support online. Many users praised Jackie for addressing the issue respectfully yet firmly.
Pankaj Dheer’s Demise
Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, best known for playing the role of Karna in BR Chopra’s ‘Mahabharat’, passed away on October 15.
The news 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.
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