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Veteran Actor Nana Patekar Passes Away at 75 Due to Cardiac Arrest
- •Renowned actor Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 in Goa after suffering a severe cardiac arrest.
- •He won multiple National Film Awards and Filmfare Awards, starring in iconic films like Parinda, Krantiveer, and Ab Tak Chhappan.
- •Apart from intense dramas, he gained immense popularity for his comedic role as Uday Shetty in the film Welcome.
- •He was honored with the prestigious Padma Shri in 2013 for his remarkable contributions to Indian cinema and the arts.
- •Beyond his acting career, Patekar was widely recognized for his philanthropic work and support for farmers in rural Maharashtra.
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Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at the age of 75 after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. He was found unconscious, rushed to Manipal Hospital in Dona Paula, and was declared dead at 5:20 am after doctors attempted to revive him for about 45 minutes.
Nana Patekar earned widespread acclaim and multiple accolades, including three National Film Awards and four Filmfare Awards, alongside the Padma Shri in 2013. Some of his most notable films include Parinda, Krantiveer, Agni Sakshi, Ab Tak Chhappan, and the comedy Welcome.
Beyond acting, Patekar directed the film Prahaar: The Final Attack and engaged in writing and filmmaking. He was also deeply committed to social causes, particularly supporting farmers and individuals affected by difficult circumstances in rural Maharashtra.
