The buzz around President Droupadi Murmu mourns Nana Patekar’s demise: “His passing is a great loss to Indian cinema” refuses to die down. From social media chatter to box office projections, everyone in the industry seems to have an opinion — and the latest update only strengthens the conversation.
The Story So Far
Add as a preferred source on Google President of India Droupadi Murmu has mourned the demise of veteran performer Nana Patekar, remembering his powerful performances and contribution to Indian silver major screen. The performer passed away on Thursday, October 8, at the age of 75. Taking to social media, President Murmu expressed her condolences and highlighted Patekar’s ability to portray a wide range of human emotions and experiences on major screen.
She also acknowledged his work in social service and his concern for the underprivileged. “Deeply saddened by the passing of veteran performer Shri Nana Patekar. Through his powerful and deeply evocative performances, he brought to life a wide range of human experiences.
He portrayed characters that left a lasting imprint on the hearts and minds of people. His commitment to social service reflected his concern for the underprivileged. His passing is a great loss to Indian silver major screen.
I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and admirers,” she wrote. Deeply saddened by the passing of veteran performer Shri Nana Patekar. Through his powerful and deeply evocative performances, he brought to life a wide range of human experiences.
He portrayed characters that left a lasting imprint on the hearts and minds of people. His commitment to social service reflected his concern for the underprivileged. His passing is a great loss to Indian silver major screen.
I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and admirers. — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) October 8, 2026 Nana Patekar died after suffering a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Dona Paula, Goa, in the early hours of Thursday. The performer was brought to the hospital after becoming unresponsive and doctors attempted cardiac massage and CPR for around 45 minutes to an hour., per Dr Shekhar Salkar of Manipal Hospital.
He could not be revived and was declared dead. Patekar had been living in Goa and remained active in the local community. His last known public appearance was on October 4 at the installation ceremony of Samraat Club International at Taj Cidade de Goa in Dona Paula.
At the event, he interacted with local artists, played the traditional shamel, participated in a dekhni dance turn and spoke about theatre, life and mortality. Following his demise, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis spoke to Nana Patekar’s son, Malhar Patekar, and assured the family of government support.
That the performer’s funeral would be conducted with full state honours in Maharashtra., as disclosed by Fadnavis also. Also Read: Nana Patekar’s funeral to be held with full state honours, confirms Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis Catch us for latest Bollywood News, fresh Bollywood Movies update, box office numbers, fresh Movies arrival, Bollywood News Hindi, Entertainment News, Bollywood Live News Today & highly anticipated Movies 2026 and stay updated with latest hindi movies only on the publication.
For now, fans have plenty to discuss, and the industry has plenty to analyse. TeraMovies will be tracking every twist in this story as it unfolds, bringing you the full picture from the world of entertainment.
