Veteran television actor Pankaj Dheer, best remembered for his powerful portrayal of Karna in BR Chopra’s iconic TV series Mahabharat, has passed away after battling cancer. His demise was confirmed by the Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA). In an official statement, CINTAA expressed deep sorrow, announcing that the cremation would take place on October 15, 2025, at 4:30 pm near Pawan Hans in Vile Parle (West), Mumbai. Throughout his career, Dheer remained one of television’s most admired faces. Reflecting on his Mahabharat days in an earlier interview, he recalled the challenges of shooting under tough conditions — working without vanity vans, using a single toilet shared by dozens, and enduring the discomfort of heavy metal costumes. He even shared that he narrowly escaped injury

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