Praveen Kumar Sobti, who played role of Bheem in Mahabharat passes away

Athlete-turned actor Praveen Kumar Sobti, who found fame as Bheem in BR Chopra’s iconic TV series Mahabharat, died at the age of 74 years on Monday night at his Delhi residence.

He was also an athlete and represented India for many games like hammer and discus throw and won four medals at the Asian Games, including two gold medals in 1966 and 1970.