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Nana Patekar Dies at 75; Leaders Pay Tribute
Nana Patekar, a famous actor in Hindi and Marathi films, died in Goa at age 75.
His son Malhar confirmed his death and said it was due to natural causes.
Reports said Patekar had a cardiac arrest.
One report said he died at 5:20 a.m., while another said he was declared dead at 5:10 a.m.
Several BJP leaders shared messages remembering him.
They praised his acting, distinctive voice and memorable film characters.
Nitin Gadkari also spoke about Patekar’s work helping rural communities through Naam Foundation.
Patekar acted in films such as Parinda, Krantiveer and Welcome.
Actor Nana Patekar died in Goa on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at age 75.
Reports said he suffered a cardiac arrest; his son Malhar described the death as due to natural causes.
The reports differ on the time he was declared dead: one says 5:20 a.m., another says 5:10 a.m.
BJP leaders Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Sambit Patra and Biplab Kumar Deb paid tribute to Patekar’s film career.
Gadkari also praised Patekar’s rural social work through Naam Foundation.
- Who
- Actor Nana Patekar, born Vishwanath Patekar.
- What
- He died at age 75; reports said he suffered a cardiac arrest.
- Where
- Goa; reports describe his residence or apartment in Dona Paula, near Panaji.
- When
- Thursday, October 8, 2026; reports give differing times of 5:10 a.m. and 5:20 a.m.
- Why
- His son said he died of natural causes; reports also said he suffered a cardiac arrest.
Key facts
- Age
- 75
- Date
- Thursday, October 8, 2026
- Location
- Goa; one report identifies the apartment as being in Dona Paula, near Panaji
- Reported cause
- Cardiac arrest; his son said the death was due to natural causes
- Reported time
- One report says 5:20 a.m.; another says he was declared dead at 5:10 a.m.
- Medical response
- One report says he received continuous CPR for 45 minutes; another says he was taken to a private hospital after being found unconscious
- Tributes
- Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Sambit Patra and Biplab Kumar Deb issued tributes
- Social work
- Gadkari cited Patekar’s water conservation, watershed management and support for families of farmers who died by suicide through Naam Foundation
Quotes
Biplab Kumar Deb
BJP leader who paid tribute to Patekar.
“The news of the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar from the Indian film world is extremely shocking and heartbreaking. My heartfelt condolences to him. Nana and I shared very close and friendly relations. Through his powerful acting, Nana Patekar dominated the hearts of discerning audiences for over five decades via Marathi and Hindi cinema. With his distinctive style of dialogue delivery, he immortalised many characters in films and created his unique identity. His departure is a great loss. ”
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indianexpress.com
“The passing of veteran actor Nana Patekar Ji is a profound loss to Indian cinema. His remarkable contribution to Indian cinema will continue to inspire generations”
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