Veteran Actor Nana Patekar Dies at 75 in Goa
What Happened
Veteran actor Nana Patekar died at the age of 75 on October 8, 2026, after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa. He was found unconscious early morning and rushed to Manipal Hospital, where doctors attempted resuscitation for 45 minutes before declaring him dead at 5:20 am. His body has been sent to Goa Medical College for postmortem examination, and the Maharashtra government has announced a state funeral with full honours.
Key Takeaways
Nana Patekar was a celebrated figure in Hindi and Marathi cinema, known for acclaimed roles in Parinda, Krantiveer, Ab Tak Chhappan, and Natsamrat. A Padma Shri awardee and social activist, his passing marks the end of an era in Indian cinema and theatre.