Biography
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.
Filmography
Cast Credits
Housefull 5
Character: Captain Sameer
MOVIE • 2025
Akaal: The Unconquered
Character:
MOVIE • 2025
Martin
Character:
MOVIE • 2024
Indian Police Force
Character: Rana Virk
TV • 2024
Shrimad Ramayan
Character: Raavan
TV • 2024
Khiladi
Character: Bala Singham
MOVIE • 2022
Antim: The Final Truth
Character:
MOVIE • 2021
Sooryavanshi
Character: Mukhtar Ansari
MOVIE • 2021
Shershaah
Character: Major Ajay Jasrotia
MOVIE • 2021
Raktanchal
Character: Waseem
TV • 2020
Goutham Nanda
Character: Gowda
MOVIE • 2017
Mister
Character: Rahul Wadayar
MOVIE • 2017
Freaky Ali
Character: Danger Bhai
MOVIE • 2016
Housefull 3
Character: Rohan
MOVIE • 2016
Kanche
Character: Ishwar
MOVIE • 2015
Chennai Express
Character: Tangaballi
MOVIE • 2013
Comedy Nights with Kapil
Character: Self
TV • 2013
Dabangg 2
Character: Chunni
MOVIE • 2012
Ready
Character: Aryan
MOVIE • 2011
Mission Istaanbul
Character: Al Gazini
MOVIE • 2008