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Pradeep Rawat, the Ashwatthama of ‘Mahabharata’, is no more. He played important roles in films like ‘Ghajini’ and ‘Lagaan’.
Samira Vishwas | August 5, 2026 4:24 PM CST

Actor Pradeep Rawat Passed Away: Pradeep Singh Rawat, a renowned actor of Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Nepali cinema, has passed away. Known for his powerful acting skills and simple nature, Pradeep Singh Rawat had a deep connection with Jabalpur. Pradeep Singh Rawat was born in Jabalpur and his education and job were also connected to Jabalpur. Desiring a career in the film industry and possessing excellent acting skills, Pradeep travelled from Jabalpur to Mumbai and then proved his mettle in the film industry.

Pradeep was born in Jabalpur, MP.

Pradeep Rawat was born in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. After completing his primary education and college, he began working in a bank, but his deep passion for acting brought him to Mumbai, the city of dreams. He left his job to pursue a better future and his acting dreams. After years of struggle, he carved a niche for himself in the film industry, becoming one of the most popular villains, particularly in South Indian cinema.

He was interested in the film world from the beginning.

According to the information, Pradeep, who worked in Jabalpur’s United Commercial Bank, was driven to the city of dreams by his passion for working in films. Some of the Jabalpur actors who acted with him say that Pradeep was working in the bank and later he got transferred to Mumbai only because he wanted to make a career in the film world. He also got the offer of Ashwatthama in Mahabharata while he was in Jabalpur. Pradeep Singh Rawat played many memorable roles in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil and Nepali films. His acting in director Chandra Pant’s Nepali films ‘Aabat Aama’ and ‘Hrasva Dirgh’ received special appreciation.

Pradeep Rawat’s role in the film Ghajini

Pradeep Rawat played the lead negative role of Ghajini Dharmatma, the ruthless villain, in the 2008 Bollywood film “Ghajini.” He had previously played the same lead role in the 2005 Tamil film of the same name, “Ghajini.”

Pradeep Rawat’s role in the film ‘Lagaan’

In the film ‘Lagaan’ (2001), actor Pradeep Rawat played the role of an angry, passionate and loyal Sikh soldier named ‘Deva’, who becomes an important part of Bhuvan’s (Aamir Khan) cricket team and plays a crucial role in the team’s victory against the British.

He played the role of Ashwatthama in the popular television serial “Mahabharata.” His powerful villainous roles in the Hindi films “Sarfarosh,” “Lagaan,” and “Ghajini” are still remembered by audiences. With his impressive voice, powerful personality, and powerful acting, he carved a unique identity for himself in Indian cinema.

He also starred alongside actress Vipana Thapa in the Nepali films “Aabat Aama” and “Aabat Aama 2.” His death was confirmed by actress Vipana Thapa on social media. Following this, numerous artists from the Indian and Nepali film industry paid their heartfelt tributes on social media. Pradeep Rawat’s passing is being considered an irreparable loss for Indian cinema. The achievements of this actor, who hailed from Jabalpur and honed his talent at the national and international level, will always be remembered.


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