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Siddharth Roy Kapur Remembers Nana Patekar’s Remarkable Range

Siddharth Roy Kapur Remembers Nana Patekar’s Remarkable Range
Siddharth Roy Kapur recalls being ‘astounded’ by Nana Patekar in ‘Parinda’, calls him a rare performer · thehansindia.com

Siddharth Roy Kapur remembered how much Nana Patekar impressed him in the film Parinda.

He said Patekar could act in serious films and also make people laugh.

Roy recalled watching the film at a cinema in Mumbai.

He also shared condolences with Patekar’s family.

Actor Pankaj Tripathi said Patekar had helped guide him in acting and in making life decisions.

Tripathi remembered working with him in Kaala.

The article says Patekar died at age 75 on October 8, 2026.

It reports that he was found unconscious at his home in Goa after having severe chest discomfort.

Key facts

Actor
Nana Patekar
Age at death
75
Reported date of death
October 8, 2026
Reported location
His residence in Goa
Films cited by Siddharth Roy Kapur
Parinda and Welcome
Film cited by Pankaj Tripathi
Kaala
Reported circumstances
He was reportedly found unconscious after complaining of severe chest discomfort.

Quotes

Siddharth Roy Kapur

Indian film producer speaking to IANS about Nana Patekar

“Nana ji’s passing is an incredibly painful loss for our entire fraternity; it's a deeply personal loss for me. I had the privilege of sharing screen space with him in Kaala, and that experience will always remain very special to me. He was not just a co-actor but someone who would guide me on the craft, life choices, and the smallest nuances of acting.”
thehansindia.com
“I would just like to say that he was an incredible performer. There are very few actors who can range from Parinda to Welcome. From that kind of intense performance to that kind of comedy. And Nana Patekar was one of those rare actors.”
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