India, Oct. 15 -- TV star Pankaj Dheer, who is best remembered for playing the mythological Indian character of Karna in BR Chopra's 'Mahabharat', died after battling cancer.

He was 68.

The CINTAA (Cine & TV Artistes' Association) condoled the death of the actor and said in a statement: "#CINTAA & #CAWT mourn the loss of Shri Pankaj Dheer, former General Secretary of #CINTAA and former Chairman of #CAWT - a respected member of our fraternity whose invaluable contributions to Indian cinema and television will always be remembered."

His funeral will be held at 4:30 PM at Pawanhans Crematorium, Vile Parle (W).

He appeared in several Hindi films in small roles, including Sadak, Soldier and Baadshah.

He appeared at the lead in debut episo...