Mahabharat’s Bheem, actor Praveen Kumar Sobti passes away aged 74

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• Praveen had won 4 Asian Games medals and participated twice in the Olympics
• Praveen switched to a career in acting in the late 70s and was popular for playing henchman and goon
• Praveen’s most popular role was in BR Chopra’s Mahabharat as Bheem

Actor Praveen Kumar Sobti, who was popular for playing the role of Bheem in BR Chopra’s mythological show, Mahabharat has passed away aged 74. Praveen was known for his huge build and played the role of henchman, goon and bodyguard in many Bollywood movies. The 6’6” tall actor and sportsman hailed from Punjab.

Before stepping into the acting profession, Praveenwas ahammer and discus throw athlete. He is a four-time Asian Games medallist (2 gold, 1 silver and 1 bronze) and also represented India in two Olympic Games (1968 Mexico Games and 1972 Munich Games). He is also an Arjuna Awardee. It was because of sports that Praveengot the job of Deputy Commander in the Border Security Force (BSF).

After having a successful career in track and field sports, Praveen switched to a career in showbiz in the late ’70s. In an interview with Times of India, Praveen had recalled signing his first Bollywood film when he was in Kashmir for a tournament. His first role was in RavikantNagaichdirectorial where he did not have a dialogue.

Later, Praveen did another movie, titledRakshain 1981 and more roles followed. In Bollywood, his most memorable appearance was as Mukhtaar Singh in Amitabh Bachchans Shahenshah.

Praveen’sfilmography includes titles likeKarishma Kudrat Kaa, Yudh, Zabardast, Singhasan, Khudgarz, Loha, Mohabbat Ke Dushman, Ilaakaand others.In the late ’80s he would sign on to play Bheem in BR Chopra’s Mahabharat which would immortalize him in the eyes of the viewers. Like the other cast members, Praveen became identical with the character he played in the popular mythological show.

In 2013, Praveen tried for a career in politics and contested the assemblyelections on an Aam Aadmi Party ticket from Wazirpurconstituency in Delhi but lost. After this defeat, he joined Bharatiya Janata Party. In 2021, Praveen had expressed his displeasure about not getting pension from the Punjab government.

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