Dhaka, Oct. 8 -- Veteran Indian actor and filmmaker Nana Patekar has died after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa. He was 75.

According to hospital sources, Patekar was brought to the hospital after being found unconscious at his home, NDTV reports.

Doctors tried to revive him for nearly 45 minutes, but he did not respond to treatment. He was declared dead at 5:20am.

His son Malhar Patekar was reportedly in Pune at the time and has since left for Goa.

Born Vishwanath Patekar on Jan 1, 1951, in Maharashtra, Nana Patekar established himself as one of Indian cinema's most acclaimed actors, known for his intense performances, distinctive dialogue delivery and portrayal of complex and unconventional characters.

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