Archive · 8 Oct 2026
Rajpal Yadav Pays Tribute After Nana Patekar's Death
Actor Nana Patekar died at 75 after a cardiac arrest at his home in Goa.
Rajpal Yadav, who acted with him, shared a tribute on Instagram.
Yadav said he remembered Patekar as both a talented actor and a kind, simple person.
They worked together in three films, including Vanvaas.
Patekar was known for many film roles and received several awards.
His last rites were scheduled to take place at his village home near Pune, with full state honours.
Nana Patekar died at age 75 after suffering cardiac arrest at his home in Goa.
Rajpal Yadav shared an emotional tribute on Instagram, recalling Patekar's warmth and simplicity.
The actors appeared together in Darna Mana Hai, Welcome Back and Vanvaas.
Patekar received three National Film Awards, a Filmfare Best Actor award and the Padma Shri.
His last rites were scheduled for 4 pm at his village home near Pune, with full state honours.
- Who
- Actor Nana Patekar died; fellow actor Rajpal Yadav paid tribute.
- What
- Patekar died after suffering a cardiac arrest, prompting tributes from the film industry.
- When
- The article says the death and tribute occurred today; it does not specify a date.
- Where
- Patekar died at his home in Goa. His last rites were scheduled at his Donaje village home near Pune.
- Why
- Yadav said he wanted to remember Patekar's work, simplicity and affection.
- Age
- 75
- Cause of death
- Cardiac arrest
- Place of death
- His home in Goa
- Tribute
- Rajpal Yadav posted an emotional message on Instagram.
- Films together
- Darna Mana Hai (2003), Welcome Back (2015) and Vanvaas (2024)
- Last rites
- Scheduled for 4 pm at his Donaje village home near Pune, with full state honours.
- Recognition
- Three National Film Awards, the Filmfare Award for Best Actor in 2016, and the Padma Shri in 2013.