Nana Patekar to be laid to rest at his 27-acre Pune farmhouse
· Entertainment · Indian Express, India Today, NDTV
Nana Patekar, the veteran actor, died on Thursday at the age of 75 from a cardiac arrest in Goa. His last rites will be performed at his farmhouse in Donje village, near Sinhagad Road in Pune, with full state honours. The 27-acre farmhouse, where he grew wheat, rice, pulses, and vegetables, was a place he cherished for its peace and connection to his village roots.
Why it matters
The death of Nana Patekar, a beloved figure in Indian cinema and a known supporter of farmers in Maharashtra, has prompted national mourning. His farmhouse, symbolic of his simple lifestyle and humanitarian work, will serve as the final resting place, drawing attention to his legacy beyond acting.
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