Pankaj Dheer is an Indian actor who appears in Hindi films and TV series. He is known for his role of Karna in TV series Mahabharat and other roles in Chandrakanta, The Great Maratha, Yug and Badho Bahu. He appeared in several Hindi films in small roles, including Sadak, Soldier and …

Dec 5, 2023 · Talented actor, Pankaj Dheer recalled his role as 'Karna' in B.R. Chopra's 'Mahabharat' and revealed why he didn't bag the role of 'Arjun' instead.

May 28, 2020 · Stating that he continues to be loved for the role he played decades ago, Pankaj Dheer revealed that there are two temples built for him in India – one in Karnal and the other in Bastar. He shared that his fans worship him as Karna till date.

Dec 4, 2023 · Actor Pankaj Dheer revealed that he was the first choice to play the role of Arjuna in BR Chopra's Mahabharat, but he was asked to leave the show after he refused to shave off his moustache for the role. He later bagged the role of Karna in the same TV series.

He was born to the renowned film director C. L. Dheer in Mumbai. As a child, Pankaj desired to become a director. However, he bagged a role in the film “Sookha” and eventually became an actor. Dheer gained immense popularity by playing the role of …

May 27, 2020 · Mahabharat actor Pankaj Dheer, who played Karna, spoke on the love and appreciation he received after playing the mythological character in BR Chopra's show.

[Krishna has told Karna the truth about his birth and begs him to join the Pandavas in the upcoming Kurukshetra war. Karna turns down the offer, but later that day, he approaches at a temple alone]

May 27, 2020 · Pankaj Dheer became a household name with his iconic character as Karna in the late 80s mythological show, Mahabharat. His role was lauded by many and many loved the way he portrayed the important role.

Dec 4, 2023 · BR Chopra threw Pankaj Dheer out of his office after he refused to shave his moustache for Arjuna's role. Later, he cast him as Karna in Mahabharat.

Mar 6, 2025 · Pankaj Dheer, known for his iconic role of Karna in the TV series Mahabharat, has been hospitalized. The actor’s health condition deteriorated recently, and he is now admitted to the ICU, leading to his critical situation.