{
  "id": 13018660,
  "title": "Nana Patekar has gone too early",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/nana-patekar-has-gone-too-early-13018660",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-09T03:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/opinion/feedback/2026/10/09/nana-patekar-has-gone-too-early/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar has passed away at the age of 75, leaving a void in the world of art and cinema. Known for his strong, earthy performances and robust dialogue delivery, Patekar's contributions to Bollywood will be deeply missed. Despite his fame, he remained grounded, avoiding the typical trappings of a star and engaging in philanthropy and rural welfare schemes. Patekar's heart was always with the farming community and marginalized sections of Indian society. He was a beloved figure, remembered for his roles in movies like Ab Tak Chhappan, Parinda, and Welcome. However, his passing is lamentable, as he had more movies in him and his best was yet to come.",
  "summary": "Write to us: Share your feedback on the news of the week Not your typical star I write in reference to David Tusing’s article Veteran Indian actor Nana Patekar dies aged 75 (October 8): it is a sad day for all lovers of art and films, that a gifted and consummate artist like Nane Patekar has passed away. He was a great performer, a skilled thespian and a fine human being. He will be remembered…",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 4,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Economic Times",
        "title": "Nana Patekar's full list of awards and honours",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/nana-patekars-full-list-of-awards-and-honours",
        "published": "2026-10-08T03:14:58.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "Nana Patekar has gone too early",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/nana-patekar-has-gone-too-early",
        "published": "2026-10-09T03:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "Why was Nana Patekar cremated late at night? Son Malhar Patekar explains",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/why-was-nana-patekar-cremated-late-at-night-son-malhar-patekar",
        "published": "2026-10-09T03:38:46.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}