Nana Patekar's passing leaves a deep void: PM Modi
- Veteran actor Nana Patekar died on Thursday at age 75 after suffering cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. Doctors at Manipal Hospital declared him dead at 5:20 am.
- Patekar messaged a friend around 2:30 am complaining of discomfort, according to Dr. Shekhar Salkar, Chief of the Oncology Department at Manipal Hospital. The friend arrived at the residence around 4:00 am to find him unresponsive.
- His career spanned nearly five decades across Hindi and Marathi cinema, marked by acclaimed roles in Parinda and Krantiveer that earned him multiple National Film Awards for his versatile performances.
- Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar announced a state funeral, citing Patekar's unparalleled contributions to cinema. Tributes poured in from Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and actor Riteish Deshmukh.
- Officials shifted Patekar's body to Goa Medical College for post-mortem examination. Beyond cinema, he was recognized for philanthropic work with the Naam Foundation supporting drought-hit farmers.
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Nana Patekar passes away at 75, leaving behind a legacy that defined generations
PUNE: Indian cinema lost one of its fiercest, most original and uncompromising voices on Thursday as veteran actor Nana Patekar died following a cardiac arrest at the age of 75. The actor, known for his intense performances, unforgettable dialogue delivery and blunt honesty, was found unresponsive at his residence in Goa in the early hours of the morning. Despite prolonged efforts by doctors to revive him, Patekar was declared dead at Manipal Ho…
The news of veteran actor Nana Patekar's death at the age of 75 has sent shockwaves through the film industry. Celebrities from Bollywood, politics, and various fields paid tribute to his passing. Raja Warringah, Shubhendu Adhikari, Ravi Kishan, Riteish Deshmukh, and Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath remembered Nana's acting, simplicity, and social contributions. They all expressed their condolences to his family and fans.
Nana Patekar's passing leaves a deep void: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences for the passing of veteran actor Nana Patekar. Patekar died at his residence in Goa during the early hours of Thursday. Modi acknowledged Patekar's immense contributions to both Hindi and Marathi cinema. He described Patekar as a versatile actor with strong individuality and presence. Modi also noted the void left by Patekar's death, offering condolences to his family and admirers.
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