Salman Khan has postponed a Mumbai event after the death of Nana Patekar. Patekar was his co-star in the 1996 film Khamoshi.

Nana Patekar died on October 8 at the age of 75. He suffered a cardiac arrest at his home in Goa. Doctors tried CPR for about 45 minutes but could not revive him.

Patekar was cremated with full state honours at his farmhouse near Pune on October 9. He received a three-gun salute. Friends and film personalities attended the last rites.

The Maharashtra government announced the state funeral. It recognised his contribution to Marathi theatre and Hindi cinema.

Salman paid tribute on Instagram. He wrote, ‘Nanaaaaa… Rest in peace bhau.’ Ajay Devgn also shared a long note on X. He called Patekar’s presence powerful and his performances unforgettable.

Patekar is survived by his wife and son. He was known for intense roles in Parinda, Krantiveer, Ab Tak Chhappan and Welcome. He also ran the Naam Foundation for water conservation in Maharashtra. His death has drawn tributes from across the film industry and politics.