Hema Malini Mourns 'Dear Friend' Pankaj Dheer's Loss: I Am Totally Devastated

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actor Pankaj Dheer passed away on October 15. He breathed his last at the age of 68 after a battle with cancer. Several Bollywood celebrities, including Salman Khan, paid their last tributes to the late actor. A day after his demise, senior actress Hema Malini mourned the loss of her dear friend, Pankaj. She shared a bunch of her fond memories with the late actor on social media. She remembered him as a 'talented' actor who won audience hearts.

Hema Malini on Pankaj Dheer's demise

Taking to her official Instagram account, Hema Malini penned, "I have lost a very dear friend yesterday and am totally devastated. Pankaj Dheer, always so affectionate, enthusiastic about everything, a talented actor who won audience hearts with his portrayal of Karna in Mahabharat, so full of life, has breathed his last. He passed away after a spunky fight with cancer which he was determined to overcome. " Take a look:

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She further expressed, "To me, he was always so supportive, encouraging me in whatever I undertook and always by my side when I needed him. I will miss his constant support and presence in my life. My heart goes out in distress to his dear wife Anita ji who was the light of his life #rip #pankajdheer #shradhanjali"ALSO READ - Pankaj Dheer Death: Anupam Kher, Randeep Hooda, More Mourn Loss Of Mahabharat Actor

More about Pankaj Dheer

Talking about Pankaj Dheer, the actor predominantly worked in Hindi films and television shows. He was an integral part of films like Soldier, Taarzan: The Wonder Car, Om, Vishnu Sena, and more. The actor was best known for playing the role of Karna in Mahabharata. Apart from that, he worked in television shows like Dhruv Tara – Samay Sadi Se Pare, Badho Bahu, Doli Armaano Ki, Rishton Ka Saudagar – Baazigar, and more.May his soul rest in peace!