Nana Patekar Dies

Nana Patekar, a veteran Indian actor, has died at the age of 75 in Goa. He was admitted to a hospital after being found unconscious at his home and could not be revived despite 45 minutes of continuous CPR.

Patekar was a prominent figure in Indian cinema, known for playing difficult and often volatile characters. He won three National Film Awards and was also a well-known figure in Marathi language cinema and theatre.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led tributes to the actor, praising Patekar's versatility and outspoken personality. Modi said Patekar's death had left a vast void in the artistic world.

Bollywood star Akshay Kumar, who appeared alongside Patekar in the comedy film Welcome, remembered him as a rare performer whose voice, intensity and honesty could command an audience's attention.

Patekar made his debut with the film Gaman in 1978 and continued to play smaller roles in several films. He gained recognition with his role in Parinda in 1989, which earned him the National Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Patekar's funeral will take place with full state honours at his farm house in Pune, the Maharashtra government has announced.

The actor's death has been met with an outpouring of tributes from the film industry, with many remembering his iconic dialogues and performances in films such as Krantiveer and Welcome.