Well-known Television actor Chandrakant Pandya who essayed the role of Nishad Raj in the iconic mythological show Ramayan passed away on October 21st. He was battling many ailments since the last few years. Actress Dipika Chikhlia who played Sita in the show shared the tragic news on social media and wrote, “#RIP Chandrakant Pandya – Nishad Raj of Ramayan.” 


Pandya gained immense popularity playing Lord Rama's childhood friend Nishad Raj in Ramanand Sagar's 80’s popular show Ramayan. He made his acting debut in the Gujarati film 'Kadu Makrani'. He has featured in prominent roles in many films including Prem Lagna, Pyar Ho Gaya, Parivaar Na Pankhi, Hote Hote Pyaar Ho Gaya, and Chundadi Ni Laaj. Hecwas last seen in the 2017 film Samay Chakra. We send our prayers to the bereaved family.