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Nana Patekar: 60 Cigarettes Daily Until Age 56
8 Oct
Summary
- Nana Patekar quit smoking 60 cigarettes daily at age 56.
- He advised Aamir Khan against excess habits, referencing films.
- The actor received a state funeral in Pune after his death.
Veteran actor Nana Patekar, celebrated for his roles in films such as 'Ankush' and 'Taxi No. 9211', maintained a commitment to fitness even into his 70s. However, he was a heavy smoker, reportedly consuming up to 60 cigarettes per day until he made the decision to quit at the age of 56.
Patekar shared in past interviews that his decision to quit smoking was sudden, occurring around 2007-08. He once recounted convincing director Priyadarshan to quit the habit, emphasizing that 'smoking kills you.' He also had a candid discussion with Aamir Khan, advising him that excessive habits are harmful.
Nana Patekar died at the age of 75. He was found unresponsive at his Goa residence and was pronounced dead on October 8. In recognition of his contributions to cinema, the Maharashtra Government announced a state funeral for the acclaimed actor, with his last rites scheduled to take place at his Pune farmhouse.
