Nana Patekar: Consummate artiste who defined on screen intensity

Nana Patekar, a renowned Indian actor, died at 76 at his home in Goa. Celebrated for intense, versatile performances in films like Parinda, Krantiveer and Welcome, he won multiple National Awards. His career combined acclaimed roles, direction and social work through Naam Foundation. Controversies, notably a 2018 MeToo allegation, marked his life but did not eclipse his cinematic legacy.