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Odisha Leaders Mourn Actor Nana Patekar’s Reported Death
A news report says actor Nana Patekar has died at age 76.
It says he was at his home in Goa when he died early Thursday.
The report says sources suspect he had a heart attack, but it does not confirm the cause.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi shared condolences.
Naveen Patnaik also said he was saddened by the news.
Both leaders praised Patekar’s contribution to Indian cinema.
Other Odisha politicians also expressed grief.
The report names films including Salaam Bombay!, Khamoshi and Welcome among his work.
The report says veteran actor Nana Patekar died at his Goa residence early Thursday, aged 76.
Sources cited in the report suspect he suffered a heart attack.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi called his death a great loss to Indian cinema.
Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik praised Patekar’s dialogue delivery and portrayals of complex characters.
Deputy Chief Ministers K V Singh Deo and Pravati Parida, and state Congress president Bhakta Charan Das, also expressed grief.
- Who
- Actor Nana Patekar; Odisha political leaders including Mohan Charan Majhi and Naveen Patnaik.
- What
- The report says Patekar died, prompting condolences from Odisha leaders.
- Where
- Patekar’s residence in Goa; condolences were issued by Odisha leaders.
- When
- Early Thursday; the report is dated October 8.
- Why
- Leaders expressed grief and recognized his contributions to Indian cinema.
Key facts
- Age
- 76, according to the report
- Reported location
- His residence in Goa
- Reported time
- Early Thursday
- Suspected cause
- A heart attack, according to sources cited in the report
- Films mentioned
- Salaam Bombay!, Khamoshi and Welcome
- Report source
- PTI; the article says it was auto-generated from the PTI news service
Quotes
Mohan Charan Majhi
Odisha chief minister
“His distinctive dialogue delivery and ability to essay complex characters with ease earned him a special place in Indian cinema. My condolences to the bereaved family members, friends and fans. Om Shanti.”
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“Through his exceptional talent, powerful performances and enduring contribution to the art, he left an indelible mark on generations of audiences.”
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Sources
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