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Uddhav Thackeray Expresses Shock and Grief Over Demise of Veteran Actor Nana Patekar
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News18•08-10-2026, 22:45
Uddhav Thackeray Expresses Shock and Grief Over Demise of Veteran Actor Nana Patekar
- •Shiv Sena UBT chief Uddhav Thackeray described veteran actor Nana Patekar's death as unexpected and painful, recalling his affectionate nature and warmth towards everyone.
- •Nana Patekar passed away following a severe cardiac arrest and was rushed to Manipal Hospital, where medical professionals attempted to revive him for 45 minutes.
- •Dr Shekhar Salkar confirmed that Patekar had messaged a friend complaining of feeling unwell at around 2:30 am before his passing.
- •Patekar was a celebrated icon in Hindi and Marathi cinema, starting his career with the 1978 film Gaman and delivering acclaimed performances in Parinda, Krantiveer, and Ab Tak Chhappan.
- •The 75-year-old actor remained active in recent years, featuring in projects like Housefull 5, O Romeo, and Subedar.
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Nana Patekar passed away after suffering a severe cardiac arrest. He fell ill at his residence in Goa and was rushed to Manipal Hospital, where doctors attempted to revive him for about 45 minutes before he succumbed.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray expressed deep shock and grief, describing the actor's demise as unexpected and painful. He recalled Patekar's affectionate and warm nature when interacting with people, including both himself and his father.
In recent years, Nana Patekar remained active in cinema, featuring in 'Housefull 5', playing a police officer in Vishal Bhardwaj's 'O’Romeo', and making a cameo appearance in 'Subedar'.
