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Veteran actor Nana Patekar dies at 75

Veteran actor Nana Patekar, known for his powerful performances and versatility, died at his Goa residence in the early hours of Thursday. He was 75. Patekar is suspected to have suffered a heart attack, according to sources.

Tarun Mottlia

Via YourStory

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He was found unconscious at his apartment in Dona Paula, near Panaji, and was subsequently rushed to a private hospital, said Dr Shekhar Salkar, a senior doctor.

Born Vishwanath Patekar, Nana Patekar grew up in a Marathi family in Murud-Janjira, in Maharashtra’s present-day Raigad district. He studied at Mumbai’s Sir J.J. Institute of Applied Art before pursuing a career in the arts.

He began his career in theatre before making his mark in Hindi cinema. Known for his intense performances…

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