Nana Patekar Dies at 75; Veteran Actor Suffered Cardiac Arrest in Goa
Veteran actor Nana Patekar died at the age of 75 on Thursday, October 8, after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. According to reports, the actor was found unconscious at his home and was rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment.
Veteran actor Nana Patekar died at the age of 75 on Thursday, October 8, after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. According to reports, the actor was found unconscious at his home and was rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment.
Nana Patekar was declared dead at around 5:20 am. Doctors reportedly tried to revive him for nearly 45 minutes after he was brought to the hospital, but he did not respond to the treatment. Dr Shekhar Salkar, Chief of Oncology at Manipal Hospital, told news agency ANI that despite continuous CPR, the actor could not be revived. COVID-19 Crisis: Nana Patekar Donates Rs 50 Lakh Each for PM CARES and CM Relief Fund, Urges Fans to Stay Indoors (Watch Video).
Nana Patekar Dies at 75
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A medico-legal case has been registered and a post-mortem examination is expected to be conducted. A detailed statement from Patekar's family or authorised representatives is awaited, while further details about the circumstances surrounding his death are expected to emerge.
Born on January 1, 1951, Nana Patekar was one of the most recognised actors in Hindi and Marathi cinema. He began his film career in the late 1970s and went on to establish himself through performances in films such as Parinda, Krantiveer, Ab Tak Chhappan and Welcome.
Patekar was known for his intense screen presence and performances in a wide range of roles. He was also a director and writer and received several major honours during his career, including National Film Awards and the Padma Shri.
The actor had remained professionally active in recent years. As recently as September 2026, he featured in reports and interviews related to his work and views on the film industry. Details regarding Patekar's last rites and funeral arrangements have not yet been announced. The story is developing.
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