Mahabharat Fame Pankaj Dheer Passes Away: Cause Of Death, Funeral & More Details

Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer, who became a household name for his role as Karna in B.R. Chopra’s classic show Mahabharat, has passed away. The actor breathed his last in Mumbai on October 15 after a long struggle with cancer. He was 68 years old when he died. His death was a real shock to the TV industry and to the fans who loved him so much all over the country.

The funeral will take place on the same day at 4:30 PM at Pawanhans Crematorium in Vile Parle (W), Mumbai, with close family, friends, and industry colleagues paying their respects. Tributes poured in from actors, filmmakers, and fans across the country, honoring Dheer’s immense contribution to Indian television and remembering his iconic portrayal of Karna.

Pankaj Dheer’s Cause Of Death

According to The Economic Times, Pankaj Dheer had been battling cancer for several years. Although he showed signs of recovery, his condition worsened recently. At first, he seemed to be recovering, but the illness returned a few months later and affected his health badly. During his treatment, he had a major operation, but his condition deteriorated in recent weeks.

The Cine & TV Artistes Association (CINTAA) released an official statement mourning his demise. The statement read, “#CINTAA & #CAWT mourn the loss of Shri Pankaj Dheer, former General Secretary of #CINTAA and former Chairman of #CAWT — a respected member of our fraternity whose invaluable contributions to Indian cinema and television will always be remembered. Funeral today at 4:30 PM at Pawanhans Crematorium, Vile Parle (W). Om Shanti.”