Actor Pradeep Rawat, who captivated audiences with his villainous roles in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Nepali cinema, has passed away at the age of 74. Actor Yashpal Sharma shared the sad news on social media, paying tribute to his fellow actor. Pradeep Rawat had been battling cancer for some time and was hospitalized.
He had been hospitalized for the past month and breathed his last on Tuesday. Pradeep Rawat is survived by his wife and son Vikramaditya.
what is the net worth
During his illustrious film career spanning over four decades, Pradeep Rawat appeared in films and TV serials in numerous languages. According to media reports, at the time of his death, Pradeep Rawat’s net worth was estimated at approximately US$5 million.
He has earned this wealth by playing the main villain roles in many blockbuster films of Bollywood and South film industry.
Identity was gained from ‘Mahabharata’
Pradeep Rawat began his career in the television industry. He gained immense recognition playing the role of ‘Ashwatthama’ in BR Chopra’s iconic ‘Mahabharata’. He then transitioned to films and established himself as a versatile actor.
History was created with these films
He played the memorable role of “Deva” in the Oscar-nominated film “Lagaan,” starring Aamir Khan. Then, he played the ruthless role of the main villain “Ghajini Dharmatma” in Aamir Khan’s blockbuster film “Ghajini,” which catapulted his career to new heights. He has also appeared in numerous Hindi films and South Indian cinema.