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Nana Patekar To Be Cremated With Full State Honours: Last Rites Place, Time And Other Details

The Maharashtra government will accord a state funeral as the veteran actor’s mortal remains are brought to Pune after noon, his son said.

  • Veteran actor Nana Patekar died in Goa on Thursday morning at age 75, and the Devendra Fadnavis-led government announced he will receive a state funeral in recognition of his contributions to theatre and cinema.
  • Patekar suffered cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa, and was rushed to Manipal Hospital. Doctors at the Oncology Department attempted resuscitation for nearly 45 minutes before he was declared dead by 5:30 am.
  • Over his career spanning decades, the actor received three National Film Awards and Filmfare honours. He earned acclaim for intense performances in Parinda and Krantiveer, and won the Best Actor Filmfare Marathi Award for Natsamrat.
  • His son Malhar Patekar confirmed the mortal remains will be transported to his village of Donje in Pune to fulfill the actor's final wish. This decision reflects his enduring personal connection to his roots.
  • Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar praised the artist for his straightforward personality and advocacy on social issues including farming and water. Shelar emphasized that Patekar's influence extended far beyond the screen, leaving a lasting mark across India.
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Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar has passed away at the age of 75, his demise has sent shockwaves across the film industry, politics and sports world.

New Delhi. Bollywood was shocked by the news that arrived on Thursday, October 8th. Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at his home in Goa at the age of 75. He will be brought to his farmhouse in Maharashtra's Pune district on Thursday for the last rites. This information was released by his social organization, Naam […]

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NDTV broke the news in New Delhi, India on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
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