Actor Pradeep Rawat dies at 74 after cancer battle

Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, known for his memorable roles in Lagaan, Ghajini and the television series Mahabharat, died at the age of 74 after battling cancer. Tributes poured in, including one from his Lagaan co-star Yashpal Sharma

Mumbai: Actor Pradeep Rawat, best known for his roles in Aamir Khan-starrer Lagaan and Ghajini, died on Tuesday after a battle with cancer. He was 74.

Rawat’s Lagaan co-star Yashpal Sharma shared the news of the actor’s death with a tribute on social media.

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“Pradeep Rawat, Ghajini, our Deva of Lagaan. RIP,” Sharma wrote.

Rawat rose to fame with his portrayal of Ashwatthama in Mahabharat and later went on to work across multiple film industries.

His other prominent roles include the television serials Tehkikaat, Chandrakanta and Yug, and films such as Meri Jung, Sarfarosh, The Hero: Story of a Spy and Chhava.