Veteran actor Nana Patekar died on Thursday morning after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. The actor was 75. Following his death, several tributes have rushed in for the late actor, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and many other politicians.
West Bengal chief minister Suvendu Adhikari also mourned the death of the actor, stating that Indian cinema has lost one of its “fiercest, most genuine and irreplaceable voices. “Few actors possessed the intensity, individuality and unmistakable presence that Shri Nana Patekar Ji had. He brought remarkable versatility and creativity to every role and gave us characters that will be remembered for generations. He was also admired for his frank and forthright views, never hesitating to express what he believed in. Shri Nana Patekar’s contribution to Hindi and Marathi cinema was immense. His passing leaves a deep void. My condolences to his family, friends and countless admirers. Om Shanti,” PM Modi wrote on X. Beyond the silver screen, his simplicity, profound humility and selfless devotion to social causes and rural communities reflected the true greatness of his soul. Rest in peace, Nana Patekar Ji. Your voice, your fiery spirit and your towering legacy will remain etched in our hearts forever. Deepest condolences to his family, friends, and millions of admirers worldwide,” the BJP leader wrote on X. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also took to X and condoled the death of the actor. Karnataka chief minister DK Shivakumar also condoled the death. “With his extraordinary talent, powerful screen presence and unforgettable performances, he gave Indian cinema some truly memorable characters. Beyond the screen, his compassion for farmers and commitment to serving society reflected the depth of his character. My heartfelt condolences to his family and admirers during this difficult time.
Om Shanti,” Shivakumar said.
