Praveen Kumar Sobti

Praveen Kumar Sobti Demise, who played the role of Bhima in BR Chopra’s Mahabharata, passed away last night at Ashok Vihar (Phase 2) house in Delhi’s Ashok Vihar (Phase 2). Praveen Age was 74 years old. He was running ill for a long time before his death. Back problem had bothered him a lot. Praveen Kumar Sobti operation was also done a few months ago, but he was unable to walk. By the way, Praveen Kumar Sobti was a native of Tarn Taran in Punjab.

Praveen Kumar Sobti got the most popularity by playing the role of Bhima in BR Chopra’s ‘Mahabharat’. Praveen Kumar Sobti was known for his tall stature (6.6 inches). This was the reason why he used to get the roles of goons and bodyguards in most of the films.

Praveen Kumar Sobti

Due to his tall stature, he was offered the role of Bhima in ‘Mahabharata’. He acted in more than 30 films. Before entering the world of acting, he was a hammer and discus throw athlete. He also won two gold medals, one silver and one bronze medal in the Asian Games. Represented India twice in Olympics – Mexico Olympics in 1968 and Munich Olympics in 1972. Before acting, he was a BSF jawan.

Praveen Kumar Sobti may have achieved many achievements in his life but he lost the battle of life very soon. Let us tell you that Praveen Kumar Sobti was also facing financial crisis before his death. In such a situation, he had also appealed to the government for help. Praveen was running very ill since last December. This was the reason why he used to stay at home. At home, his wife Veena used to take care of him.