In brief
Veteran Bollywood icon Nana Patekar, aged 75, died in Goa after a cardiac arrest that could not be reversed despite intensive CPR. The actor, celebrated for his fierce characters and three National Film Awards, was remembered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and fellow actors for his power and outspoken nature. The Maharashtra government will hold a state‑honoured funeral at his Pune farmhouse. Patekar’s career spanned Hindi and Marathi cinema and theatre, and his activism—establishing the Naam Foundation—left an enduring social legacy. His death marks a profound loss for Indian cinema and the nation.
Veteran Bollywood star Nana Patekar, 75, succumbed to a cardiac arrest in Goa. His death was confirmed late Thursday after hours of CPR failed.
He earned three National Film Awards and was revered for playing volatile characters. Patekar’s roles spanned Hindi and Marathi cinema.
Patekar started in theatre, then broke into film with his 1978 debut. The 1989 role in Parinda earned him his first National Award.
Later he portrayed major roles in Prahaar, Tirangaa, Krantiveer, Agni Sakshi and Khamoshi, showing a wide range.
Acting was complemented by activism; he formed the Naam Foundation in 2015 to aid farmers and water conservation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised his versatility and outspoken personality on X. Fellow actors such as Akshay Kumar honored his intensity.
The Maharashtra government announced a funeral with state honours at his farmhouse in Pune.
Patekar faced a #MeToo allegation in 2018; an investigation cleared him in 2019 after lack of evidence.
His legacy includes iconic dialogues still quoted across India, and his unique rasp remains a lasting public memory.
Nana Patekar’s impact on Indian cinema and theatre is enduring, with fans mourning a profound loss.
