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Tributes poured in from actors, filmmakers, politicians and cricketers after the veteran performer, known for his intensity and screen presence, died at 75.
- Veteran actor Nana Patekar died on Thursday at age 75 following severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa; his son Malhar Patekar confirmed the passing.
- Born in 1951 in Maharashtra, Patekar built a career spanning nearly five decades in Hindi and Marathi cinema, earning three National Film Awards and the Padma Shri.
- Patekar earned acclaim for roles in 'Parinda', 'Krantiveer', and 'Natsamrat' after debuting in the 1978 film 'Gaman', and gained international recognition for the Oscar-nominated 'Salaam Bombay!'.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Patekar's "intensity, individuality and unmistakable presence," while actor Akshay Kumar recalled working together on 'Welcome' and 'Housefull 5'.
- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis mourned Patekar's loss, lauding his "great-hearted" work with the Naam Foundation supporting farmers and drought-hit communities.
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Ram Gopal Varma reacts to Nana Patekar's death; 'I still can't believe this can so suddenly happen'; calls him 'GOD of acting'
Renowned filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma expressed his shock at the untimely demise of legendary actor Nana Patekar. Patekar succumbed to a cardiac arrest at his home in Goa and was later pronounced dead at Manipal Hospital. Having worked alongside Patekar on numerous acclaimed films, Varma referred to him as the 'GOD of acting.
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.
“Feel Like Killing GOD for Killing the GOD of Acting”: RGV Reacts to Nana Patekar’s Sudden Demise
Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. Varma and Patekar had worked together on several projects over the years. Their association began with the 2003 film Bhoot, in which Patekar played a key role. Patekar also featured in Darna Mana Hai, which was produced by Varma. Entertainment News | “Feel Like Killing GOD for Killing the GOD of Acting”: RGV Reacts to Nana Patekar’s Sudden Demise.
‘Nana Patekar’s death is end of an era’: Akshay Kumar, CM Fadnavis lead tributes for actor
Nana Patekar dies at 75: Tributes have been pouring in from across the Indian film industry and beyond after the veteran actor died after suffering a cardiac arrest at his Goa residence on Thursday morning.
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