Anil Kapoor Pens Heartbreaking Tribute to Late Nana Patekar, Recalls Iconic 'Welcome' Bond

• by Akanksha Mishra
• 2026-10-09 06:47:00

In a poignant moment of grief for the Indian film fraternity, veteran Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor penned a deeply emotional and heartbreaking tribute to his lifelong friend and legendary co-star Nana Patekar on Friday, October 9, 2026. Taking to his official social media handle, Anil Kapoor shared a treasured photograph with the late actor, fondly addressing him by his affectionate nickname, "Nanya," and describing him as the greatest artist in the world. Reflecting on the heavy personal loss of close friends in recent years, Kapoor drew a moving parallel to the passing of actor-director Satish Kaushik in 2023, writing, "Pehle Satish aur ab mera Nanya," as fans, colleagues, and cinema lovers across the country continue to mourn the irreplaceable void left by the veteran actor's sudden demise.

'Mera Dost Mujhe Chhodkar Chala Gaya': Anil Kapoor's Heartfelt Instagram Note

Sharing his grief with millions of admirers, Anil Kapoor expressed the profound personal and professional vacuum left by Nana Patekar's passing:

Affectionate Remembrance: In his emotional note, Kapoor wrote, "Mera dost mujhe chhodkar chala gaya... pehle Satish aur ab mera Nanya. NANYA, tu achanak bohot jaldi chala gaya... Duniya ka sabse bada kalakaar, humein chhodkar hamesha-hamesha ke liye chala gaya."

Moments On and Off Screen: He shared that he will deeply miss Nana Patekar's vibrant presence across every sphere of life—on bustling film sets, during late-night phone conversations, and under the spotlight of the big screen.

Legendary Cinematic Partnership: The duo cemented themselves as one of Hindi cinema's most iconic comedy pairs through their unforgettable portrayal of Uday Shetty and Majnu Bhai in Anees Bazmee's blockbuster comedy Welcome, while also sharing stellar screen chemistry in critically acclaimed dramas like Parinda (1989), Welcome Back, and a special cameo appearance in Kapoor's action drama series Subedaar.

State Honours and Final Rites at Donje Village in Pune

Nana Patekar’s mortal remains were laid to rest amidst a massive outpouring of grief, respect, and state recognition:

Heart Attack at Goa Residence: The veteran actor passed away at the age of 75 on Thursday, October 8, after suffering a massive cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa.

Final Rites With State Honours: His last rites were performed with full state honours at Donje village in Pune Rural on Thursday, October 8, with his son, Malhar Patekar, lighting the funeral pyre and performing final rituals.

Leaders and Dignitaries Pay Homage: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Ministers Sunetra Pawar and Eknath Shinde, state minister Chandrakant Patil, Union Minister of State Murlidhar Mohol, and Congress leader Bhai Jagtap traveled to pay their final respects, offering floral wreaths to honor the legendary actor's monumental contribution to Indian culture and cinema.

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