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Daya Nayak's Heartfelt Tribute to Nana Patekar
9 Oct
Summary
- Daya Nayak fondly remembered Nana Patekar as friend and brother.
- Patekar portrayed Nayak in 'Ab Tak Chhappan,' capturing officer's humanity.
- Patekar passed away at 75 from a cardiac arrest at his Goa home.
Police officer Daya Nayak has penned an emotional tribute to the late actor Nana Patekar, who famously portrayed him in the 2004 film 'Ab Tak Chhappan.' Nayak, joining the Mumbai Police in 1995, was a prominent figure in combating organized crime.
Nayak expressed his profound grief, stating he felt "blessed" to have known Patekar as both a "brother and friend." He reflected on Patekar's impactful portrayal of his character, noting how the actor conveyed the pressures and humanity behind the police uniform with remarkable honesty.
Patekar, a versatile actor, passed away at the age of 75 from a cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. His cremation was held with full state honors in Pune, attended by film celebrities and political dignitaries.
