Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away on Thursday morning, October 8, 2026, at the age of 75 after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa. He was found unconscious and rushed to Manipal Hospital, where doctors declared him dead around 5:20 am after unsuccessful revival efforts. His son Malhar Patekar confirmed the death to local media.

Patekar was discovered unresponsive at home. Medical teams provided continuous cardiac massage for about 45 minutes, but he could not be revived. Dr. Shekhar Salkar, Chief of the Oncology Department at Manipal Hospital, stated that the actor was brought dead and that a medico-legal case has been registered. The body was taken to Goa Medical College for a post-mortem. According to the doctor, Patekar had messaged a friend around 2:30 am saying he was unwell; the friend arrived later and found him deteriorating.

A multiple National Award winner, Patekar was regarded as one of the finest actors of his generation for his work in Hindi and Marathi cinema. Tributes began pouring in from Bollywood and public figures. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said few actors possessed the intensity, individuality and presence that Nana Patekar had, noting his versatility and contribution to cinema left a deep void. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described the demise as an irreplaceable loss to the world of art.

Other condolences came from Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, actors including Prakash Raj and Riteish Deshmukh, and others. Details of the funeral and last rites are awaited. The loss is felt across the film community and among admirers of his performances and social work.