His fierce screen presence, extraordinary versatility, and powerful portrayals left an enduring legacy in Indian cinema: Keralam CM VD Satheesan
His unforgettable performance in Krantiveer remains etched in the memories of cinema lovers: Andhra Pradesh DyCM and actor Pawan Kalyan
I was on my morning walk when I received the sad call: Boman Irani
Boman Irani and Nana Patekar had worked together on films like Darna Mana Hai (2003), Bluffmaster! (2005), and Housefull 4 (2019)
A generational talent: Farhan Akhtar
I feel like killing God for killing the God of acting: Ram Gopal Varma
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma directed Nana Patekar in Bhoot (2003). He also produced his 2004 film Ab Tak Chhappan which was helmed by Shimit Amin.
He was admired for his frank and forthright views: PM Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X to condole the demise of veteran actor Nana Patekar.
I can't believe my dear friend Nanaji is no longer with us: Rajinikanth
Nana Patekar played the antagonist Hari dada opposite Rajinikanth in Pa Ranjith's Kaala (2018).
His immense contribution to Indian cinema will always be remembered: Prabhu Deva
A man who brought every character alive which was given to him is like a bible for every aspiring actor: Actor Vishal
This is unbelievably shocking: Actor-politician Khushbu Sundar
Khushbu Sundar worked with Nana Patekar on the 2024 film Vanvaas, and appeared in the 2026 actioner Subedaar.
The king of histrionics in Indian cinema bids adieu: Actor and Member of Parliament Suresh Gopi
He gave Indian cinema some truly memorable characters: Karnataka CM DK Shivakumar
Thank you for iconic legacy: Nimrat Kaur
The Lunchbox actor Nimrat Kaur took a moment to recognise Nana Patekar's legacy, while expressing her condolences. She wrote, "Thank you for your iconic cinematic legacy. Deepest condolences to the family and loved ones. Rest in peace Nana Patekar sir..."
Devastated beyond words: Urmila Matondkar
Urmila Matondkar took to her Instagram stories to express her grief at the passing of the Bhoot actor. "Devastated beyond words. Saddening n heartbreaking and shocking Om Shanti," she wrote.
He was completely his own: Akshay Kumar
Feels like a truck has hit me: Riteish Deshmukh
Nana Patekar suffers cardiac arrest
As per a PTI report, veteran actor Nana Patekar, known for his versatility and powerful screen presence, passed away at his Goa residence in the early hours of Thursday. He was 75. Patekar is suspected to have suffered a heart attack, the sources said.
The actor was brought to a private hospital after he was found unconscious at his apartment in Dona Paula, near Panaji, Dr Shekhar Salkar, a senior doctor at the medical facility said. Despite being administered CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) for 45 minutes, Patekar could not be revived and was declared dead at 5.10 am, he said.