India, Oct. 9 -- Amitabh Bachchan joined the legion of Bollywood celebrities and public figures who paid tribute to the late Nana Patekar on Thursday. The veteran actor died at the age of 75 on Thursday morning at his residence in Goa, and was later cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse in Pune.

On Thursday night, Sony TV shared a video of Amitabh, filmed on the sets of his game show Kaun Banega Crorepati, where the actor spoke about Nana's demise and his memories. In the emotional tribute to his close friend, Big B fondly remembered his candour, simplicity and commitment to social causes.

Amitabh described Nana as an "adwitiya kalakar" (incomparable artist), friend, well-wisher and an exceptional social worker. He said his ...