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Hema Malini Pays Tribute to Nana Patekar’s Legacy
Hema Malini shared a tribute to actor Nana Patekar.
She praised his acting and the films he made in Hindi and Marathi.
She also remembered his work helping farmers and people who needed support through the Naam Foundation.
Malini said she enjoyed watching his movies.
She recalled that Patekar had once called her his favourite actress in classic cinema.
The article says the two never acted together in a film.
It reports that Patekar died on October 8, 2026, at age 75.
It says he suffered a cardiac arrest at his home in Goa and was taken to hospital.
Hema Malini remembered Nana Patekar as an iconic actor with distinctive acting talent.
She praised his work with the Naam Foundation to support farmers and underprivileged people.
Malini said she enjoyed his films and recalled that he had called her his favourite actress in classic cinema.
The article says the two actors never had the opportunity to appear together on screen.
The article reports Patekar died on October 8, 2026, aged 75, after a cardiac arrest at his Goa residence.
- Who
- Hema Malini paid tribute to actor Nana Patekar.
- What
- Malini remembered his acting career and work supporting farmers and underprivileged people.
- Where
- The reported medical emergency occurred at Patekar's residence in Goa.
- When
- The tribute was shared after Patekar's reported death on October 8, 2026.
- Why
Key facts
- Person remembered
- Nana Patekar
- Tribute author
- Hema Malini
- Foundation mentioned
- Naam Foundation
- Reported death date
- October 8, 2026
- Reported age
- 75
- Reported cause
- Cardiac arrest, according to the article
- Reported hospital
- Manipal Hospital
Quotes
Hema Malini
Actress and politician who posted a tribute to Nana Patekar.
“Today we have lost an icon of the film industry. Nana Patekar, who has carved a place for himself with his unique acting talent and was hailed as a complete institution of histrionics is no more. He is known for his tireless work for the Naam Foundation, always devoted to the betterment of farmers and the underprivileged (sic).”
thehansindia.com
“He has left behind a rich legacy of films in Hindi and Marathi that showcase his great talent in a variety of roles. I loved watching his films and his unique approach to his roles. He too has mentioned that I was his favourite actress in classic cinema. The film industry will surely miss this stawart.”
thehansindia.com
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