Salman Khan, Aamir Khan pay tribute to veteran actor Pradeep Rawat

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Chandigarh, August 6

Actors Salman Khan, Aamir Khan and filmmaker Prabhudheva on Wednesday paid tribute to veteran actor Pradeep Rawat, who died at the age of 74 after a battle with cancer. Salman, who starred with Rawat in the 1990 romantic drama “Baaghi”, shared a still from the film on Instagram Stories and wrote, “Shared many good moments with you brother.. May you rest in peace.”
Aamir Khan, who faced off against Rawat in A R Murugadoss’ 2008 blockbuster “Ghajini”, recalled the actor’s commitment to his craft. “He was extremely dedicated and fearless as an actor. Pradeepji played the title role in ‘Ghajini.’ I think this was one of the most striking screen villains in our cinema. The film wouldn’t have worked without him,” said Aamir.
Filmmaker and choreographer Prabhudheva also condoled Rawat’s death. “Deeply saddened by the passing of Pradeep Rawat sir. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. May his soul rest in peace,” he posted on X.
Born in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, Rawat began his acting career in the 1980s and rose to prominence with his portrayal of Ashwatthama in B R Chopra’s television epic “Mahabharat”.
Over the next four decades, he established himself as one of Indian cinema’s most dependable character actors and villains.
His screen credits also included “The Hero: Love Story of a Spy”, “Grand Masti”, “Singh Is Bliing” and “Chhaava”.
Rawat’s last rites were performed on Wednesday in the presence of his family and friends from the film industry.