New Delhi: Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, who is best known for playing the character of Karna in BR Chopra's epic mythological show 'Mahabharata' lost his battle to cancer. He breathed his last on Wednesday. He was 68.

Cine and TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) confirmed the news of Pankaj Dheer’s death. A statement from CINTAA read: “With profound grief and deep sorrow, we inform you of the passing 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 pm, next to Pawan Hans, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai.”

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Besides Mahabharat, he also played a prominent role in superhit TV show Chandrakanta, The Great Maratha, Yug and Badho

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