Salman Khan Consoles Heartbroken Nikitin Dheer At Pankaj Dheer’s Funeral | Watch

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan was among the many celebrities who gathered to pay their respects at veteran actor Pankaj Dheer’s funeral in Mumbai on October 15. The actor, best remembered for his portrayal

of Karna in B.R. Chopra’s Mahabharat, was laid to rest in the presence of close friends and colleagues from the film and television fraternity. Dressed in a simple olive-green shirt, Salman appeared visibly sombre as he extended his condolences to the grieving Dheer family.

Industry Mourns A Respected Veteran
Several well-known faces, including Sidharth Malhotra, Mukesh Rishi, and Hema Malini, were spotted at the cremation ground to bid farewell to the late actor. Sidharth arrived to pay his last respects, while Mukesh Rishi was seen quietly reflecting on Dheer’s impactful career. The emotional atmosphere grew heavier when the ambulance carrying Pankaj Dheer’s body arrived, with his son, actor Nikitin Dheer, visibly devastated.

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Salman And Pankaj Dheer’s Deep Bond
Salman Khan was seen consoling Nikitin, embracing him in a heartfelt moment that reflected the deep bond between the two families. The actor shared a long-standing friendship with Pankaj Dheer, who had often spoken fondly of Salman. In a past interview, Dheer said, “There is no better human being than Salman in the film industry. Every time I meet him, I just hug him.”

The two had worked together in films like Sanam Bewafa (1991) and Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge (2002). Pankaj had often admired Salman’s generosity and family values, saying, “Salman has given his everything to his family. He has a big heart and is a fantastic person.” Their camaraderie extended beyond cinema — built on respect, affection, and shared history dating back to their days in Bandra.

The last rites were held at Pawan Hans crematorium, Santacruz, at 4 PM. The Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA), where Pankaj Dheer served as Honorary General Secretary and later as Trust Chairman, also issued a heartfelt statement mourning the loss of a respected artist and a beloved member of the industry.