Pankaj Dheer

Actor, Film Director

Indian Punjab, India

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Film Director
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth09/11/1956
Age68 years (died on 15, Oct, 2025)
BirthplacePunjab, India
Date of Death15/10/2025

Latest News about Pankaj Dheer

15/10/2025

Veteran actor Pankaj Dheer passed away at the age of 68 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. The actor, widely known for his iconic role as Karna in B.R. Chopra's television series Mahabharat, left behind a remarkable career spanning over four decades in films, television, and direction. His cremation was held in Vile Parle, Mumbai.

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Physical Stats & More

Height180 cm
Eye ColorLight Brown
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolSt. Theresa's High School, Mumbai
College/UniversityMMK College, Mumbai
Educational QualificationGraduate

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
HobbiesHorse Riding, Travelling

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date19/10/1976

Family

FatherC. L. Dheer
MotherName
SiblingsSatluj Dheer (Film Producer)
SpouseAnita Dheer
Children

Career

Debut
Film (Actor)Poonam (1981)
Film (Director)My Father Godfather (2014)
TVMahabharat (1988)
Famous Role'Karna' in the Indian epic television series Mahabharat (1988)
Notable Films
  • Sadak (1991)
  • Saugandh (1991)
  • Sanam Bewafa (1991)
  • Soldier (1998)
  • Baadshah (1999)
  • Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge (2002)
  • Taarzan: The Wonder Car (2004)
Notable TV Shows
  • Chandrakanta
  • The Great Maratha
  • Yug
  • Badho Bahu

Favourites

FoodRajma-Chawal
ColourGreen
Travel DestinationNew 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.
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