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Veteran Actor Nana Patekar, 75, Reportedly Passes Away
8 Oct
Summary
- Veteran actor Nana Patekar, 75, has reportedly passed away.
- He was admitted to a private hospital in Goa following a cardiac arrest.
- Patekar had a distinguished career spanning from 1978 with numerous acclaimed films.
Veteran actor Nana Patekar, aged 75, has reportedly passed away. The acclaimed performer suffered a cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa.
He was subsequently transported to a private hospital in Dona Paula, where he was pronounced deceased. Medical professionals have indicated that a post-mortem may be conducted to ascertain the precise cause of death.
Patekar, born Vishwanath Patekar, began his acting journey in 1978 with the film Gaman. He quickly rose to prominence, becoming a celebrated figure in both Hindi and Marathi cinema.
His career was marked by significant roles in films such as 'Ankush', 'Salaam Bombay!', 'Parinda', and 'Krantiveer', for which he received critical acclaim. He also garnered popularity for his roles in the 'Welcome' franchise.
Throughout his career, Patekar received numerous accolades, including three National Film Awards and the prestigious Padma Shri in 2013. His final appearances included films like 'O' Romeo' (2026) and his OTT debut in 'Sankalp' (2026).
