Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar passes away at 75 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa, on Thursday, October 8, 2026. He was found unconscious at home and taken to Manipal Hospital. However, doctors could not revive him.
According to hospital sources, doctors performed CPR for around 45 minutes. Dr Shekhar Salkar of Manipal Hospital said Patekar was declared dead at around 5:20am. A medico-legal case has been registered. Meanwhile, a post-mortem is expected to establish the exact circumstances of his death.
Nana Patekar’s Career in Hindi and Marathi Cinema
Born Vishwanath Patekar in Maharashtra, Nana Patekar began his acting career in theatre. He made his film debut with Gaman in 1978. Over the years, he became known for his intense screen presence and distinctive dialogue delivery.
Patekar appeared in several acclaimed films. These included Parinda, Prahaar, Krantiveer, Agni Sakshi, Ab Tak Chhappan, Apaharan, Raajneeti, Welcome and Natsamrat.
His role as Uday Shetty in Welcome also introduced his unique style to a wider mainstream audience. In addition, he continued working across both Hindi and Marathi cinema.
Patekar won three National Film Awards during his career. He also received the Padma Shri in 2013 for his contribution to the arts. His work extended beyond acting, as he also directed films and performed in theatre.
Tributes Follow Nana Patekar’s Death
Following the news, tributes came from India’s film and political circles. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences and praised Patekar’s contribution to Hindi and Marathi cinema. Actor Akshay Kumar also remembered his Welcome co-star and described him as a unique performer.
Patekar was also known for his social work. He was associated with the Naam Foundation, which supported farmers and communities facing hardship in Maharashtra.
The actor remained active in cinema in his later years. His recent work included Housefull 5, which was released in 2025. His death marks the end of a long career that made him a familiar name across Indian cinema and among audiences in South Asia.
Further details about the exact circumstances of his death are expected after the post-mortem examination.
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