Pankaj Dheer, a veteran TV and movie actor, popularly known for his portrayal as Karna in BR Chopra's Mahabharat lost his battle with cancer and passed away on September 15.

His old friend and colleague Amit Behl has confirmed the news to the media.

CINTAA mourns

Sources said that Dheer had been diagnosed with cancer some time ago and underwent a major surgery. Though he initially recovered, the disease relapsed a few months ago, and he was extremely unwell.

The Cine & TV Artistes Association (CINTAA) released an official statement mourning his loss: “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.”

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