Tributes continue to pour in for the acclaimed actor as details surrounding his final hours draw attention from fans and the film industry.
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Nana Patekar’s autopsy report reveals crucial details about his sudden death (PC: Twitter)
The sudden death of veteran actor Nana Patekar has left the Indian film industry and his fans mourning the loss of one of its most recognisable performersKnown for his powerful screen presence and memorable roles in Hindi and Marathi cinema, the actor died at the age of 75 in GoaHis passing has also brought attention to the circumstances surrounding his final hours, with medical findings now providing a clearer picture of what happenedThe actor had spent more than four decades building a career across films as an actor, writer and director.
Nana Patekar’s autopsy report confirms cause of death
According to a report by news agency PTI, a senior doctor at the state-run Goa Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) confirmed on Sunday that Nana Patekar died of a heart attackThe findings came after an autopsy was conducted on the actor’s mortal remainsThe report identified a blood clot in a major coronary artery as the reason behind the fatal cardiac event.
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What did the autopsy report say?
The postmortem report stated the cause of death as “acute myocardial infarction due to left main coronary artery thrombosis secondary to atherosclerotic occlusive coronary artery disease, a natural cause of death”In simple terms, the actor suffered a heart attack after a blood clot blocked the left main coronary artery, which supplies blood to a large part of the heart.
The findings point to a serious blockage in the blood vessels supplying the heartThe report classified the death as natural, according to the information shared by the senior doctor with PTI.
Nana Patekar’s caretaker called for medical help
According to details shared by doctors at GMCH, the actor’s caretaker contacted the medical facility and requested an ambulance after Nana Patekar became unwellAn ambulance was sent to his apartment in Goa, which was located less than a kilometre from the private hospital.
Doctors had earlier said that Patekar was administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for around 45 minutesHowever, he could not be revived and was declared dead at 5.10 am on ThursdayHis mortal remains were later taken to GMCH for the postmortem examination.
Nana Patekar’s last rites held with full state honours
Following the autopsy, Nana Patekar’s son Malhar arrived in Goa to take his father’s body backThe remains were taken to Pune before being transported to the actor’s farmhouse in Donje village, where his last rites were performed with full state honours on the night of October 8.
Several prominent personalities from the film industry and public life attended the funeralThose present included Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Pawar, Union Ministers Ramdas Athawale and Murlidhar Mohol, MP Sunil Tatkare, actor Jackie Shroff and Makarand Anaspure, co-founder of the NAAM Foundation.
The legendary career of Nana Patekar
Nana Patekar made his Hindi film debut with Muzaffar Ali’s Gaman in 1978Over the years, he became known for his intense performances and versatility across Hindi and Marathi cinemaHe also worked as a writer and director, making his directorial debut with Prahaar: The Final Attack, in which he played an Army officerIn recognition of his contribution to cinema and the arts, he was awarded the Padma Shri in 2013.
The final appearances of Nana Patekar
Following the demise of legendary actor, audiences may get to see more of his work through his upcoming posthumous releasesHis final screen appearances are expected to include in Laxman Utekar’s upcoming biographical musical drama Eetha, Patekar plays a crucial role alongside Shraddha Kapoor, who portrays legendary Marathi folk artist Vithabai Narayangaonkar.
Meanwhile, he is also associated with Dinesh Vijan’s horror-comedy universe film Shakti Shalini, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and starring Aneet PaddaThe projects could give fans another opportunity to witness the veteran actor’s screen presence and celebrate his contribution to Indian cinema.
