Mumbai, Oct 15: Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, widely recognized for his iconic portrayal of Karna in B.R. Chopra’s 1988 television epic Mahabharat, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 68. The actor had been battling cancer in recent months and had been in and out of hospitals, sources confirmed. Over a career spanning several […]

Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, best remembered for his powerful portrayal of the warrior Karna in B.R. Chopra’s legendary television series Mahabharat,

Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, who rose to fame as Karn in B.R. Chopra’s legendary series Mahabharat, passed away on October 15 in Mumbai.

Pankaj Dheer had revealed how the writers of <i>Mahabharat</i> believed he was perfect for the role of Arjun

Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, best known for playing Karna in BR Chopra’s Mahabharat, has passed away after battling cancer. CINTAA confirmed his demise and announced cremation details in Mumbai.

Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. Pankaj Dheer, best known for his portrayal of Karna in the iconic television series 'Mahabharat', passed away after a prolonged battle with cancer. The news of his demise was confirmed to ANI by actor Amit Behl. Entertainment News | Salman Khan Attends Pankaj Dheer's Funeral, Pays Final Tribute to Late Actor.

The Bollywood celebrities flocked to the cremation ground to attend the final rites of the actor Pankaj Dheer in Mumbai on Tuesday. Veteran television and film actor Pankaj Dheer, best known for playing Karna in the iconic TV series 'Mahabharat,' has died after a prolonged battle with cancer. Pankaj Dheer’s Demise: Sidharth Malhotra, Mika Singh, B-Town Celebrities Attend Final Rites of Actor.

Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. Veteran television and film actor Pankaj Dheer, best known for playing Karna in the iconic TV series 'Mahabharat,' has died after a prolonged battle with cancer. Entertainment News | 'Mahabharat' Fame Pankaj Dheer Passes Away After Cancer Battle.

Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. The Bollywood celebrities flocked to the cremation ground to attend the final rites of the actor Pankaj Dheer in Mumbai on Tuesday. Entertainment News | Pankaj Dheer's Demise: Sidharth Malhotra, Mika Singh, B-town Celebrities Attend Final Rites of Actor.

Indian film and television actor Pankaj Dheer, most famous for essaying the role of Karna in BR Chopra's TV serial 'Mahabharat' based on the Hindu epic, died on October 15, 2025, at 68. The actor had been suffering from cancer for several years. Hours before Pankaj Dheer's death, his actor son Nikitin Dheer shared a philosophical post on Instagram. 📺 ‘Mahabharat’ Actor Pankaj Dheer, Who Played Karna, Dies of Cancer at 68; Co-Star ‘Arjun’ Feroz Khan Pays Tribute, Son Nikitin Dheer Shares Cryptic Post.

Pankaj Dheer had once opened up about the accidents that he faced while playing the role of 'Karna' in 'Mahabharat'.