Veteran actor Nana Patekar passes away at 75
Nana Patekar has passed away at his residence in Goa at the age of 75. He made significant contributions to both Hindi and Marathi cinema over several decades. Patekar was known for his powerful performances and distinctive screen presence in numerous films. Throughout his career, he received multiple National Awards and a Padma Shri for his work in the arts.
Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar died at his residence in Goa on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at the age of 76, according to sources. Initial reports suggest that he may have suffered a heart attack. Patekar was found unconscious at his apartment in Dona Paula, near Panaji, and was rushed to a private hospital where emergency medical teams administered CPR for 45 minutes.
Despite the efforts, he could not be revived and was pronounced dead at 5:10 a.m. local time. A medico-legal case has been filed, and a postmortem examination is scheduled to determine the exact cause of death. Patekar's friend had alerted hospital staff around 3:30 a.m. that the actor was feeling unwell. The actor, known for his roles in films like "Parinda," "Tirangaa," and "Khamoshi: The Musical," had received three National Film Awards, numerous Filmfare Awards, the Maharashtra State Film Award, Filmfare Awards Marathi, and the Padma Shri, the country's fourth-highest civilian honor.
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