Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 15 (ANI): Bollywood superstar Salman Khan attended the funeral of veteran actor Pankaj Dheer on Wednesday, joining family, friends and colleagues in paying his final respects to the late actor.

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.

Amid heavy security arrangements, Salman Khan arrived at the cremation ground in Mumbai and was seen following Dheer's son, actor Nikitin Dheer, who carried his father's mortal remains for the last rites.

Salman Khan shared the screen with Pankaj Dheer in several popular films, including Sanam Bewafa, Jaagruti, and Tumko Na Bhool Paayen

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