Lovlina Borgohain Remembers Nana Patekar After His Passing
Tribute to a Legend
Lovlina Borgohain, the Indian boxer and gold medalist at the 2026 Asian Games, expressed her sorrow over the passing of renowned actor Nana Patekar, who passed away at the age of 75 on Thursday. She lamented that her aspiration to meet him was never realized, calling his death a significant loss for the Indian film industry. Patekar succumbed to a severe cardiac arrest in Goa, and despite efforts by medical staff at Manipal Hospital to revive him for approximately 45 minutes, he could not be saved.
Details Surrounding Patekar's Death
Dr. Shekhar Salkar, the Chief of the Oncology Department at Manipal Hospital, confirmed the news. He revealed that Patekar had sent a message to a friend around 2:30 AM indicating he was unwell. The friend arrived at his residence by 4 AM.
Celebrating Borgohain's Achievement
Following her gold medal victory at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan, Borgohain was honored in her hometown of Bokakhat by Assam Minister Atul Bora.
Borgohain's Reflections on Patekar
During the celebration, Borgohain shared her feelings about Patekar's death, recalling her long-standing admiration for him. She expressed her disappointment that she never had the chance to meet him, stating, "I just received the news shortly before coming here. A significant dream of mine has ended. We have watched him since childhood; his unique style was well-known. It’s truly sad that he is no longer with us. This is a tremendous loss for the Indian film industry and the nation."
Borgohain's Historic Gold at Asian Games 2026
Borgohain marked her 29th birthday in a remarkable way by winning gold in the women's 75 kg final, defeating China's Bao Ziyi with a score of 5-0 on October 2. This victory made her the first Indian to secure a gold medal in this category.
A Message to Assam's Youth
Expressing gratitude for the warm reception she received in Assam, Borgohain pledged to continue striving for more medals. She encouraged young athletes to work diligently and bring pride to Assam and the country, stating, "It feels wonderful to be back in Bokakhat and receive such a heartfelt welcome. I will keep working hard to win more medals and earn this love. I urge all young players to strive for excellence and make Assam and our nation proud."