08 October,2026 11:51 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Nana Patekar. Pic via X
Veteran actor Nana Patekar died early on Thursday, October 8, 2026, after suffering a severe cardiac arrest. The actor was reportedly at his residence in Goa when he suffered the cardiac arrest. He was found unconscious and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he was declared dead. His son Malhar Patekar confirmed the news to mid-day.
Nana Patekar was declared dead at 5:20 AM on Thursday morning. As per the information shared by Manipal Hospital, doctors tried to revive Patekar for almost 45 minutes before declaring him dead.
Dr Shekhar Salkar, Chief of Oncology Department at Manipal Hospital, told news agency ANI, "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."
Nana Patekar is survived by his son, Malhar Patekar. He was married to Neelkanti Patekar, a former bank officer and theatre professional, in 1978. The couple later parted ways but they did not legally divorce and maintained a respectful relationship. Thier older son, Durvasa, died at just 2 years old. Meanwhile, details about his funeral and last rites are awaited.
A few months ago, a video of him sweating it out had gone viral, with many praising him for his fitness.
Born as Vishwanath Patekar on January 1, 1951, Nana Patekar had established himself as an actor known for his intensity and ability to portray complex and unconventional characters. He made his Hindi film debut with Gaman in 1978 before going on to become one of the most respected performers of his generation.
However, his breakthrough came with films such as Salaam Bombay! and Parinda. He also starred in some blockbuster films including Angaar, Tirangaa, Krantiveer, Agni Sakshi, Khamoshi: The Musical, Yeshwant, Ab Tak Chhappan, Apaharan and Raajneeti.
He also ventured into filmmaking, making his directorial debut with Prahaar: The Final Attack in 1991. His performance as Uday Shetty in the Welcome franchise went on to become a cult favourite, especially amongst the younger generation of audiences due to his comic timing. He was set to return in Welcome 4.
Apart from Hindi cinema, Patekar was equally recognised for his work in Marathi cinema and theatre. He received the Padma Shri Award in 2013 for his contribution to cinema and the arts. During his decades-long career, he won three National Film Awards.
Beyond cinema, the legendary actor was known for his association with social causes, especially his efforts to support farmers and families affected by agrarian distress. Despite the fame and popularity, he maintained a relatively private life away from the public eye.
