Veteran actor Nana Patekar passed away at his home in Goa on Thursday at 5:20 AM following a severe cardiac arrest. CPR was administered continuously for 45 minutes in an attempt to save him, but he could not be revived. Dr. Shekhar Salkar, Head of the Oncology Department at Manipal Hospital, Goa, stated that Nana Patekar had suffered a severe cardiac arrest at his residence.

Despite 45 minutes of continuous CPR, his condition did not stabilize, and he passed away. According to Dr. Salkar, a medico-legal case (MLC) has been registered, and a post-mortem examination will now be conducted.

Who was Nana Patekar, and what made his cinematic journey special?
Vishwanath Patekar—known to the world as Nana Patekar—was a renowned actor in Hindi and Marathi cinema. He was born on January 1, 1951, in Murud-Janjira, in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. Beyond acting, he was also a film producer, director, and writer. He is counted among the finest and most influential actors in Indian cinema.

How did his acting career begin?
Nana Patekar made his debut in Hindi cinema with the 1978 film *Gaman*. In the early stages of his career, he worked in both Marathi and Hindi films. His performance in Mira Nair's 1988 film *Salaam Bombay!* garnered significant acclaim. Subsequently, the 1989 film *Parinda* marked a major turning point in his career; he won both the National Film Award and the Filmfare Award for his portrayal of a gangster in the movie.

Which films defined his identity?
Nana Patekar portrayed a wide variety of characters throughout his career. His notable films include *Ankush*, *Pratighaat*, *Prahaar*, *Tirangaa*, *Krantiveer*, *Agni Sakshi*, *Khamoshi: The Musical*, *Ab Tak Chhappan*, *Apaharan*, *Raajneeti*, *Welcome*, and *Welcome Back*. Beyond his serious and powerful roles, he also carved a distinct niche for himself in comedy and mainstream commercial cinema.

**National Award for *Krantiveer***
Released in 1994, *Krantiveer* is considered one of the most significant films of Nana Patekar's career. He was honored with a National Film Award for his performance in this movie. Prior to this, he had received National Film Awards for *Parinda* and later for *Agni Sakshi*. In total, he has won three National Film Awards, four Filmfare Awards, and two Filmfare Marathi Awards. He was also honored with the Padma Shri in 2013.

**Not Just an Actor, but a Director Too**
Nana Patekar also tried his hand at direction. The film he directed, *Prahaar: The Final Attack*, stands as a significant work in his career. In later years, his performance in the Marathi film *Natsamrat* was also highly acclaimed. He remained active in both Hindi and Marathi cinema for a long time. He has continued to work in films in recent years as well; he appeared in *Housefull 5*, starring Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh.

Nana Patekar's recent films include Vishal Bhardwaj's *O' Romeo*, in which he worked alongside Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, playing the role of a police officer. Additionally, he made a cameo appearance in the film *Subhedar*, starring Anil Kapoor and Radhika Madan.

**Playing a Significant Role Beyond Cinema**
Nana Patekar has also been associated with the Indian Territorial Army. According to media reports, he was appointed an honorary captain in the Indian Territorial Army in 1990 and served as an honorary major in the Maratha Light Infantry Regiment during the 1999 Kargil War.

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