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Renowned veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, celebrated for his iconic villain roles, has passed away at the age of seventy-four. His death occurred on the evening of August 4, 2026, as announced by his Lagaan co-star Yashpal Sharma. Rawat's remarkable contributions in both Hindi and South Indian cinema were matched only by his genuine humility and strong on-screen presence. He leaves behind a lasting legacy.
Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat was bid a final farewell in Mumbai, with Aamir Khan, Ashoke Pandit and other film personalities attending his last rites. Rawat, who died at 74 after battling blood cancer, was remembered for iconic roles in Ghajini, Lagaan and Mahabharat during his four-decade-long career.
Veteran actor Pradeep Rawat's son, Vikramaditya, broke down as he recalled his father's final moments during the actor's last rites held at Oshiwara Crematorium in Mumbai on Wednesday. Speaking to the media after bidding an emotional farewell to his father, Vikramaditya shared how the family initially believed the actor was suffering from a minor stomach infection before doctors diagnosed him with an aggressive and rare form of blood cancer.
Family, friends and colleagues gathered in Mumbai to remember veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, as his son Vikramaditya Rawat paid an emotional tribute and promised to carry forward his father's legacy. Speaking to ANI during the prayer meet, Pradeep Rawat's son, Vikramaditya Rawat, became emotional while remembering his father, describing him as a man of "honour and respect."