Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Film Director |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 09/11/1956 |
| Age | 68 years (died on 15, Oct, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Punjab, India |
| Date of Death | 15/10/2025 |
Latest News about Pankaj Dheer
15/10/2025
Pankaj Dheer died in Mumbai on 15 October 2025 after battling cancer. He was 68, and his death was confirmed by CINTAA, which noted his former leadership roles in the organization. His last rites were held the same day in Vile Parle, Mumbai.
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Bio/Wiki
| Pankaj Dheer was a versatile Indian actor and film director known for his iconic portrayal of Karna in the epic television series Mahabharat (1988). | |
| Born in Punjab to acclaimed film director C. L. Dheer, he initially aspired to be a director before transitioning to acting. | |
| He appeared in over 40 films and TV serials throughout his career, including notable films like Sadak, Saugandh, Soldier, Baadshah, and Taarzan: The Wonder Car. | |
| Dheer also directed the film My Father Godfather (2014) and co-founded the Abbhinnay Acting Academy in 2010 to nurture aspiring actors. | |
| He owned Visage Studioz, a shooting studio, and was the former Chairman of CINTAA and Honorary General Secretary of the organization. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 180 cm |
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| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | St. Theresa's High School, Mumbai |
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| College/University | MMK College, Mumbai |
| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Hobbies | Horse Riding, Travelling |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 19/10/1976 |
Family
| Father | C. L. Dheer |
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| Mother | Name |
| Siblings | Satluj Dheer (Film Producer) |
| Spouse | Anita Dheer |
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| Daughter-in-Law | Kratika Sengar (Television Actress) |
Career
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| Famous Role | 'Karna' in the Indian epic television series Mahabharat (1988) | ||||||
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Favourites
| Food | Rajma-Chawal |
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| Colour | Green |
| Travel Destination | New York |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Pankaj Dheer is a versatile figure in the entertainment industry, known as an actor, film director, and writer. | |
| 2. He was born in Mumbai to the acclaimed film director C. L. Dheer. | |
| 3. Although Pankaj initially aspired to become a director, he found himself drawn into acting, starting with a role in the film "Sookha." | |
| 4. Dheer gained widespread fame for his portrayal of 'Karna' in the iconic Indian TV series "Mahabharat." | |
| 5. Some of his notable works in film include "Saugandh," "Sanam Bewafa," "Sadak," "Baadshah," and "Mr. Bond." | |
| 6. His television credits encompass shows like "Kanoon," "Chandrakanta," "Harischandra," and "Sasural Simar Ka." | |
| 7. Pankaj is the owner of 'Visage Studioz,' a shooting studio. | |
| 8. In 2010, he co-founded the 'Abbhinnay Acting Academy' to nurture aspiring actors, alongside his 'Mahabharat' co-star. | |
| 9. Throughout his career, Pankaj has contributed to over 40 films and TV serials. | |
| 10. In an interview, Pankaj mentioned an incident when he struck the chief assistant director of one of his films due to mistreatment. | |
| 11. His daughter-in-law is the well-known television actress Kratika Sengar. | |
| 12. He was born in Punjab to the acclaimed film director C. L. Dheer. | |
| 13. He was originally cast as Arjuna but accepted the role of Karna after refusing to shave off his moustache. | |
| 14. He worked as an assistant director with many famous directors before establishing himself as an actor. |