‘No one can take his place’: Shekhar Suman cancels show finale after Nana Patekar’s death

Shekhar Suman has abruptly cancelled the finale of his talk show, Shekhar Tonite, following the untimely death of actor Nana Patekar. In a video posted on his YouTube channel, Shekhar revealed that Nana had been scheduled to be the show's final guest. The host expressed his deep sorrow at the loss, describing Nana as fearless, brave, honest and simple, adding that Nana saw himself in Shekhar and wanted to appear on the show.

Shekhar praised Nana for coming to the show regularly, saying that an offer from a lot of shows never materialized. The host also reflected on their long association, recalling their work together on the unfinished film Tadap. Shekhar concluded by saying that no one can take Nana's place, and that the episode featuring him was meant to close the season on a beautiful note.

Nana Patekar, who died at the age of 75 after suffering a cardiac arrest in Goa, will be remembered with full state honours.