How did Nana Patekar die? What doctors reported about the actor’s death in Goa

Nana Patekar died on Thursday, October 8, 2026, after a suspected cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. The actor was taken to a hospital, where doctors tried to revive him but pronounced him dead. He was 75. A post-mortem examination was planned, so the precise medical cause had not been established in the initial reports.

What happened to Nana Patekar in Goa?

Patekar was found unresponsive at his residence in Dona Paula, near Panaji. Dr Shekhar Salkar, a senior doctor at Manipal Hospital, said medical staff performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation for about 45 minutes but could not revive him. The hospital declared him dead early Thursday morning.

Salkar said a medico-legal case had been registered and Patekar’s body sent for a post-mortem examination. That procedure was expected to clarify the cause of death. Although early reports described a cardiac arrest or heart attack, it would be premature to present a more specific medical explanation as a confirmed post-mortem finding.

Patekar’s son, Malhar, confirmed his father’s death to The Indian Express and described it as due to natural causes. Business Standard reported that Patekar had been found unconscious at home before being taken to the hospital.

How old was Nana Patekar?

Patekar was 75. Born on January 1, 1951, he spent nearly five decades working across Hindi and Marathi cinema, becoming known for performances that ranged from formidable dramatic characters to broad comedy.

Which Nana Patekar films defined his career?

Patekar made his film debut in Gaman in 1978. His performance in Parinda earned him a National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor, while Krantiveer brought him the National Film Award for Best Actor. He won a third National Film Award for Agni Sakshi.

His other notable films included Prahaar, which he directed, Khamoshi: The Musical, Ab Tak Chhappan, Apaharan and Raajneeti. Audiences also knew him for his comic role in Welcome and his acclaimed work in the Marathi film Natsamrat. His career extended from theatre and socially grounded films to mainstream hits.

Patekar received the Padma Shri in 2013. News of his death prompted tributes to an actor whose distinctive voice and commanding screen presence made him a familiar figure across generations of Indian film audiences.