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Neighbors Remember Nana Patekar: Warmth Behind the Anger
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News18•08-10-2026, 16:28
Neighbors Remember Nana Patekar: Warmth Behind the Anger
- •Veteran actor Nana Patekar has passed away at the age of 75, leaving the film industry and Maharashtra in deep grief
- •Neighbors in Mumbai shared fond memories, highlighting his down-to-earth nature and lack of star attitude
- •Residents recalled how he participated in local events like Garba and played cricket with young children in the neighborhood
- •Neighbors described him as a charitable and disciplined person who strongly disliked wrongdoings
- •They noted that while he could get angry at times, he would quickly melt and show immense love and care like family
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Neighbors in Mumbai recalled that Nana Patekar never showed off a star-like attitude and would often play cricket with children or participate in local prayers and Garba events. They noted that he maintained a family-like relationship with everyone in the area, frequently celebrating Ganpati Puja together and inviting people to his home for meals.
Neighbors described him as a very good and charitable human being who placed great importance on discipline and completely disliked wrongdoings. They shared that while he could occasionally get angry, he would quickly melt and show immense love and affection afterward.
Nana Patekar is survived by his wife, actress Neelakanti Patekar, and his son, Malhar Patekar.
