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Nana Patekar Dies, Remembered for Memorable Political Film Roles
Nana Patekar was a well-known actor in Hindi and Marathi films.
He died at his home in Goa at age 76.
A report said he may have had a heart attack.
Many people remember him for playing strong characters in movies about politics and power.
In Krantiveer, he played Pratap Narayan Tilak.
He also played Brij Gopal in Raajneeti and Tabrez Alam in Apaharan.
He won several major awards, including three National Film Awards.
The article says his last film role was in O' Romeo, released in February 2026.
Veteran actor Nana Patekar died at his Goa residence in the early hours of 8 October, aged 76.
PTI reported that he was suspected to have suffered a heart attack.
His political-film characters included Pratap Narayan Tilak in Krantiveer, Brij Gopal in Raajneeti and Tabrez Alam in Apaharan.
He received three National Film Awards, several Filmfare Awards and the Padma Shri.
The article identifies O' Romeo, released in February 2026, as his last film role.
- Who
- Veteran actor Nana Patekar.
- What
- He died at age 76; the article also highlights his political roles in films.
- Where
- At his residence in Goa.
- When
- In the early hours of 8 October; no year is specified.
- Why
- The cause was not confirmed; PTI reported he was suspected to have suffered a heart attack.
Key facts
- Age
- 76
- Place of death
- His residence in Goa
- Reported possible cause
- Suspected heart attack, according to PTI
- Notable political roles
- Pratap Narayan Tilak in Krantiveer; Brij Gopal in Raajneeti; Tabrez Alam in Apaharan
- National Film Awards
- Three
- Civilian honour
- Padma Shri
- Last film role stated
- O' Romeo, released in February 2026
Sources
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