Veteran actor Nana Patekar

October 8, 2026 10:07 AM

Indian cinema loses veteran actor Nana Patekar; PM Modi pays tribute

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar, describing him as an artiste who possessed “intensity, individuality and unmistakable presence”. In a post on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said Nana Patekar brought remarkable versatility and creativity to every role and created characters that would be remembered for generations. “Few actors possessed the intensity, individuality and unmistakable presence that Shri Nana Patekar Ji ...

October 8, 2026 9:57 AM

Nana Patekar dies at 75: The unmistakable voice and intensity of Indian cinema fall silent

What would Indian cinema look like without the unmistakable voice, intensity and screen presence of Nana Patekar? Veteran actor Nana Patekar, one of the most respected and distinctive performers in Hindi and Marathi cinema, passed away at the age of 75 on Thursday after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. According to Dr Shekhar Salkar, Chief of the Department of Oncology at Manipal Hospital, Patekar suffered a cardiac arrest at his residence and was brought to the hosp...

October 8, 2026 8:44 AM

Veteran actor Nana Patekar dies at 75 in Goa

Veteran actor Nana Patekar, known for his powerful performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema, died in Goa on Thursday at the age of 75. According to hospital officials, the actor was found unconscious at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa, and rushed to Manipal Hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Patekar, whose career spanned more than four decades, was widely recognised for his intense performances, distinctive dialogue delivery and portrayal of complex characters. Born Vishwanath Pateka...