
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.

Comedy Nights with Kapil
TV • 2013

Shrimad Ramayan
TV • 2024

Khatron Ke Khiladi
TV • 2008

Martin
MOVIE • 2024

Chennai Express
MOVIE • 2013

Indian Police Force
TV • 2024

Raktanchal
TV • 2020

Sooryavanshi
MOVIE • 2021

Housefull 5
MOVIE • 2025

Jodhaa Akbar
MOVIE • 2008

Akaal: The Unconquered
MOVIE • 2025

Shershaah
MOVIE • 2021

Ready
MOVIE • 2011

Freaky Ali
MOVIE • 2016

Antim: The Final Truth
MOVIE • 2021

Cirkus
MOVIE • 2022

Dabangg 2
MOVIE • 2012

Khiladi
MOVIE • 2022