Archive · 8 Oct 2026
Goa Chief Minister Mourns Nana Patekar, Praises His Acting
Actor Nana Patekar has died at the age of 76.
He passed away early on Thursday at his home in Dona Paula, near Panaji.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said he was very sad to hear the news.
Sawant praised Patekar’s acting and his work in theatre and films.
Patekar acted in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
The chief minister said his performances made a lasting mark on Indian cinema.
He also shared condolences with Patekar’s loved ones and fans.
Nana Patekar, 76, died at his residence early Thursday.
He died in Dona Paula, near Panaji, Goa.
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said he was shocked and deeply saddened.
Sawant praised Patekar’s work in theatre and Hindi and Marathi cinema.
Sawant offered condolences to Patekar’s family, friends, admirers and the film fraternity.
- Who
- Nana Patekar; Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant issued a condolence message.
- What
- Patekar died, and Sawant mourned him and praised his contribution to theatre and cinema.
- When
- Early Thursday; the report is dated October 8.
- Where
- Patekar’s residence in Dona Paula, near Panaji, Goa.
- Why
- Sawant said Patekar’s performances and distinctive acting style left an indelible mark on Indian cinema.
- Age
- 76
- Date reported
- October 8
- Time of death
- Early Thursday
- Place of death
- His residence in Dona Paula, near Panaji
- Chief Minister
- Pramod Sawant
- Fields praised
- Theatre, Hindi cinema and Marathi cinema