Veteran actor Nana Patekar died on the morning of October 8 at his residence in Goa after a heart attack. He was 75. The family and the state government moved quickly to confirm that his final rites would be held the same day at his farmhouse in Donje, on the outskirts of Pune.
A public darshan at the farmhouse
Ganesh Thorat, CEO of Patekar’s Naam Foundation, told the press that the actor’s mortal remains would be brought to Pune around 5 pm. The body will then be kept for a final “darshan” before the last rites, he said.
For fans, that is the key detail: the farmhouse farewell will not be a closed family event. The arrangement turns the actor’s final journey into a moment where admirers can pay their respects in person, provided they gather respectfully and follow the instructions of local authorities.
State honours and a confirmed timeline
Maharashtra’s Minister of Cultural Affairs, Ashish Shelar, announced that Nana Patekar would receive full state honours. He said the decision was taken because of the actor’s contribution to Marathi plays and to Marathi and Hindi cinema.
Shelar described the death as “a profound loss for the world of art”, and noted that Patekar rose from Yeola to build a career through talent and perseverance.
Earlier in the day, the actor’s son Malhar Patekar confirmed the death to local media. Nana Patekar was found unconscious at his home in Dona Paula, Goa, and was taken to Manipal Hospital. Doctors attempted to revive him for about 45 minutes before declaring him dead at around 5:20 am; the cause was cited as a heart attack.
What we know so far
- Nana Patekar died on October 8 at age 75 after a heart attack in Goa.
- His body is expected at the Donje farmhouse near Pune around 5 pm.
- Fans will be allowed a final darshan before the last rites.
- The last rites will be performed at the farmhouse with full state honours.
Why his farewell matters
Nana Patekar was a three-time National Award-winning actor and is widely regarded as one of the finest performers in Indian cinema. His death has drawn tributes from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, several chief ministers and figures across the film industry.
The state honour reflects his cultural standing, while the public darshan is a rare chance for fans to be part of the farewell. If you plan to travel to Donje, keep your schedule flexible around the 5 pm arrival estimate and watch for official updates from the family, the Naam Foundation and local police.
Source: Hindustan Times
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