Veteran actor Nana Patekar, 75, died on Thursday morning after a cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the actor would be given a funeral with full state honours, and that he had spoken with Patekar’s son Malhar to assure the family of all possible government support.
State honours for a screen legend
Fadnavis paid tribute in official and personal terms. He called Patekar “a very strong artist of Indian cinema and a very good person” and said the sudden passing was a big loss to Maharashtra and the country. The Chief Minister confirmed that the state is preparing the funeral with full state honours.
The decision is a formal recognition that folds an actor’s public service into the same frame as his filmography. For Hindi cinema fans, it turns an intensely private loss into a public send-off.
A legacy beyond the screen
The Chief Minister pointed beyond the performances. He remembered Patekar’s work in films ranging from Krantiveer to Natsamrat, and described him as a patriot with a long association with the military. Fadnavis also highlighted Patekar’s work with the Naam Foundation after drought hit Maharashtra, including water conservation efforts across villages and the way he encouraged people to join that work.
- Cinema: From Krantiveer to Natsamrat, a career built on intense performances.
- Social work: Naam Foundation’s drought relief and water conservation drives in Maharashtra villages.
- Personal bond: Fadnavis said Patekar was “like a brother, like a guide, like a friend.”
Why it matters for Hindi film fans
Patekar was not a conventional star. His presence often gave a film its sharpest edge, and the Chief Minister’s message acknowledged that by naming films and social work in the same tribute. A state-honoured farewell is rare, and it tells fans that Maharashtra is treating his passing as a public event rather than a private one.
The next focus will be the funeral details. As the state and family confirm arrangements, fans will be watching for a ceremony that honours the actor and the causes he worked for.
The actor’s final hours
According to Dr. Shekhar Salkar of Manipal Hospital, Patekar was brought to the hospital unresponsive. Doctors attempted cardiac massage for around 45 minutes to an hour but could not revive him.
The funeral date and complete arrangements have not yet been announced. The Maharashtra government has begun preparing for the state honour ceremony, and the family has been assured of support.
Source: bollywoodHungama.com