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Raza Murad Recalls Nana Patekar's Philanthropic Spirit
9 Oct
Summary
- Raza Murad lauded Nana Patekar's support for farmers and artists.
- Patekar donated 90% of earnings to the underprivileged.
- Success never changed Nana Patekar's grounded nature.
Veteran actor Raza Murad has paid a heartfelt tribute to Nana Patekar, remembering him as a remarkably generous and compassionate individual. Murad recalled Patekar's unwavering support for underprivileged farmers and struggling Marathi theatre artists, noting that the actor donated a significant portion of his earnings to their causes.
Patekar's personal warmth was also evident, with Murad reminiscing about annual visits to his Matunga residence during Ganesh Chaturthi. Despite achieving great success in both Hindi and Marathi cinema, Patekar remained a grounded, simple person at heart, never letting fame alter his commitment to others' well-being.
The Padma Shri awardee, Nana Patekar, passed away on October 8, 2026, at the age of 75. His untimely demise has been mourned by many in the Indian film fraternity, who remember his versatile performances and profound influence on generations of actors.
