Nikitin Dheer
Born Mar 17, 1980
Nikitin Dheer is an Indian actor known for his powerful villainous roles in Bollywood and television. Born on March 17, 1980, in Mumbai, India, he is the son of veteran actor Pankaj Dheer. Nikitin made his Bollywood debut with Jodhaa Akbar (2008), portraying the fierce Mughal warrior Sharifuddin Hussain. He gained widespread recognition as the intimidating Thangaballi in Chennai Express (2013) and appeared in action-packed films like Dabangg 2 (2012), Housefull 3 (2016), and Shershaah (2021). On television, he impressed audiences with his roles in Ishqbaaaz and Naagin 3. Known for his towering physique and commanding screen presence, Nikitin has also showcased his adventurous side in reality shows like Khatron Ke Khiladi 5. He is married to actress Kratika Sengar.
Known for
Shakti Shalini
2026
Housefull 5
2025
Akaal: The Unconquered
2025
Shrimad Ramayan
2024
Indian Police Force
2024
Martin
2024
Khiladi
2022
Cirkus
2022
Shershaah
2021
Sooryavanshi
2021
Antim: The Final Truth
2021
Raktanchal
2020
Mister
2017
Goutham Nanda
2017
Housefull 3
2016
Freaky Ali
2016
Kanche
2015
Chennai Express
2013
Dabangg 2
2012
Ready
2011
Khatron Ke Khiladi
2008
Jodhaa Akbar
2008
Mission Istaanbul
2008