Nana Patekar, Iconic Actor, Dies at 75 Following Cardiac Arrest at Goa Home
Veteran actor Nana Patekar has passed away at the age of 75 after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. He was declared dead at 5:20 AM on Thursday, October 8. Despite doctors’ efforts to revive him through continuous CPR for approximately 45 minutes, he could not be saved.
Dr. Shekhar Salkar, Chief of the Oncology Department at Manipal Hospital, confirmed the news and stated that a medico-legal case (MLC) has been registered. Further details regarding the circumstances of his death are expected following the post-mortem examination. “Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at 5:20 AM today after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence. Despite 45 minutes of continuous CPR, he could not be revived. A medico-legal case (MLC) has been registered, and a post-mortem will be conducted,” Dr. Salkar said.
Nana Patekar’s Journey in Cinema
Nana Patekar began his film career with the 1978 film Gaman. While his early years in cinema were gradual, he eventually established himself as one of the most distinctive actors in both Hindi and Marathi cinema. His performances in films such as Salaam Bombay! and Parinda brought him wider recognition. Salaam Bombay!, directed by Mira Nair, was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film. In Parinda, Patekar portrayed a gangster, a role that earned him both the National Film Award and the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor.
The making of Parinda was physically demanding for the actor. He suffered serious burns while filming a real-fire sequence and spent months recovering in the hospital. Earlier in his career, he had also been stabbed during the shooting of Salaam Bombay!. These experiences showcased his dedication and commitment to his craft.
Patekar later transitioned behind the camera with Prahaar: The Final Attack, which he directed and starred in. For this 1991 film, he underwent training with the Territorial Army, further demonstrating his passion for authentic storytelling in cinema.
Recent Works and Legacy
Nana Patekar remained active on screen in the years leading up to his death. His most recent released film was Subedaar, an Amazon Prime Video action drama starring Anil Kapoor. The film premiered on March 5, 2026, with Patekar making a special appearance as Lance Naik Nana Waghmare.
Before Subedaar, he had a substantial theatrical role in Vishal Bhardwaj’s O’Romeo, which released on February 13, 2026. In this film, he played Ismail Khan, the chief of the Mumbai Intelligence Bureau, alongside stars Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri.
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