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Veteran actor Nana Patekar bids final adieu; passes away in Goa at age 75
Panaji: Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away early this morning (October 8, 2026) following a heart attack. He was 75 years old. He was found unconscious at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa. He was immediately rushed to the hospital, where doctors declared him dead at 5:20 AM.
Preliminary examination indicated that he had suffered a severe cardiac arrest. Upon his arrival at the hospital, doctors attempted to revive him by administering CPR for approximately 45 minutes, but there was no response. Dr. Shekhar Salkar of Manipal Hospital stated that despite 45 minutes of effort, he could not be saved. A medico-legal case has been registered in this matter, and a post-mortem examination will be conducted.
The news of Nana Patekar's demise has cast a pall of gloom over the film industry. Renowned as a stalwart of both Hindi and Marathi cinema, Nana Patekar was celebrated for his exceptional performances in films such as *Parinda*, *Krantiveer*, *Ab Tak Chhappan*, and *Welcome*. He was the recipient of three National Awards, four Filmfare Awards, and the Padma Shri honor in 2013.
No official statement has been issued by his family or the authorities as yet.
Panaji: Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away early this morning (October 8, 2026) following a heart attack. He was 75 years old. He was found unconscious at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa. He was immediately rushed to the hospital, where doctors declared him dead at 5:20 AM.
Preliminary examination indicated that he had suffered a severe cardiac arrest. Upon his arrival at the hospital, doctors attempted to revive him by administering CPR for approximately 45 minutes, but there was no response. Dr. Shekhar Salkar of Manipal Hospital stated that despite 45 minutes of effort, he could not be saved. A medico-legal case has been registered in this matter, and a post-mortem examination will be conducted.
The news of Nana Patekar's demise has cast a pall of gloom over the film industry. Renowned as a stalwart of both Hindi and Marathi cinema, Nana Patekar was celebrated for his exceptional performances in films such as *Parinda*, *Krantiveer*, *Ab Tak Chhappan*, and *Welcome*. He was the recipient of three National Awards, four Filmfare Awards, and the Padma Shri honor in 2013.
No official statement has been issued by his family or the authorities as yet.
Preliminary examination indicated that he had suffered a severe cardiac arrest. Upon his arrival at the hospital, doctors attempted to revive him by administering CPR for approximately 45 minutes, but there was no response. Dr. Shekhar Salkar of Manipal Hospital stated that despite 45 minutes of effort, he could not be saved. A medico-legal case has been registered in this matter, and a post-mortem examination will be conducted.
The news of Nana Patekar's demise has cast a pall of gloom over the film industry. Renowned as a stalwart of both Hindi and Marathi cinema, Nana Patekar was celebrated for his exceptional performances in films such as *Parinda*, *Krantiveer*, *Ab Tak Chhappan*, and *Welcome*. He was the recipient of three National Awards, four Filmfare Awards, and the Padma Shri honor in 2013.
No official statement has been issued by his family or the authorities as yet.
