Mumbai, Oct. 8 -- Actor Rajpal Yadav expressed grief over the sudden demise of Nana Patekar, who passed away on the morning of October 8.

Speaking to ANI, Rajpal prayed for Nana Patekar's soul.

"Wherever Nana Bhai is, I pray that he finds peace and happiness. I pray for his soul. I wish this news had been untrue. I never imagined he would leave us so soon. I always thought we would see him working and entertaining us well into his 90s or even 100s. It's truly difficult to believe that he is gone," he said.

Veteran actor Raza Murad also paid his heartfelt condolences. Recalling Nana Patekar's generosity, he said that the veteran actor had done a great deal for society and contributed extensively to charitable causes.

"My heart and mind...