Veteran Actor Nana Patekar Dies at 75 After Cardiac Arrest
The actor was found unconscious at his Goa residence and could not be revived after 45 minutes of CPR, officials said.
- Veteran actor Vishwanath Patekar, widely known as Nana Patekar, died at 75 following a cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa.
- Despite 45 minutes of continuous CPR, responders could not revive the actor, who was found unconscious at his home.
- The celebrated actor debuted in the 1978 drama Gaman, later winning three National Film Awards for his 1989 performance in Parinda and numerous Filmfare Awards.
- Beyond acting, Patekar served in the Territorial Army as a captain, later serving with the Maratha Light Infantry during the Kargil War.
- Shekhar Salkar, Chief of the Oncology Department at Manipal Hospital, confirmed via ANI that authorities registered a medico-legal case and will conduct a post-mortem examination.
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Nana Patekar, a Legend of Bollywood and Indian Cinema, Dies at 75
Nana Patekar, a Bollywood legend and icon of Indian cinema, has died following a reported cardiac arrest. He was 75. According to local reports, citing Dr. Shekhar Salkar, the chief of oncology at Manipal Hospital, Patekar was discovered unresponsive at his home in Goa in the early hours on Oct. 8. He was then brought to the hospital, where Dr. Salkar said he was given cardiac massage “for almost 45 minutes to an hour, but he just could not be s…
Veteran actor Nana Patekar dies at 75
Panaji, Oct 08: Veteran actor Nana Patekar, known for his versatility and powerful screen presence, passed away at his Goa residence in the early hours of Thursday, sources said. He was 76. Patekar is suspected to have suffered a heart attack, the sources said. The actor was brought to a private hospital after he was found unconscious at his apartment in Dona Paula, near Panaji, Dr Shekhar Salkar, a senior doctor at the medical facility said. De…
“Indian cinema has lost a truly special talent”: Shikhar Dhawan mourns Nana Patekar’s passing - The Tribune
Former India cricketer Shikhar Dhawan condoled the death of veteran actor Nana Patekar on Thursday, describing him as a “truly special talent” whose work would continue to inspire generations.
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