Pawan Kalyan, Jagan Mohan Reddy mourn actor Nana Patekar's death

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan, former Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy and Tourism and Cinematography Minister Kandula Durgesh have expressed grief over the death of veteran actor Nana Patekar.

Mr. Patekar died at his home in Goa in the early hours of Thursday, October 8, 2026. The 75-year-old actor had suffered a cardiac arrest.

Pawan Kalyan recalls actor’s career

In a release, Mr. Pawan Kalyan said he was saddened by the “sudden demise” of the renowned actor and prayed for his soul to rest in peace.

He said Mr. Patekar was an actor who could effortlessly immerse himself in any role. Mr. Pawan Kalyan described Mr. Patekar’s performance in Krantiveer as unforgettable.

He also cited Parinda, Khamoshi, Tirangaa, Agni Sakshi, Natsamrat, Ab Tak Chhappan and Apaharan as shining examples of the actor’s career.

Mr. Pawan Kalyan further said that Mr. Patekar had rendered honourable service to the Indian Army. He extended his deepest condolences to Nana Patekar’s family.

Jagan Mohan Reddy, Durgesh pay tribute

In a post on X, Mr. Jagan Mohan Reddy said Mr. Patekar’s remarkable contribution to Indian cinema and his versatile performances would always be remembered.

Mr. Durgesh said Mr. Patekar’s death was an irreparable loss to Indian cinema. He described the Padma Shri recipient as an outstanding actor who had rendered immense service to the film industry.

The condolences highlighted Mr. Patekar’s impact as a versatile performer, his body of work across several films and his contribution beyond cinema. His work in films including Krantiveer, Parinda and Natsamrat was specifically recalled in the tributes.

Source: The Hindu