Nana Patekar was known for his fiery performances, sharp opinions and his very visible character. But away from the movie world the veteran actor had a passion for cricket too. Virat Kohli was one of the players he deeply loved and his sentiments for the former India captain were rekindled after Patekar’s death on 8 October 2026.
Patekar died at the age of 75 in Goa after suffering a cardiac arrest. As tributes poured in, fans began sharing old videos in which the actor spoke affectionately about Kohli and showed just how emotionally invested he was in the cricketer’s performances.
Nana Patekar’s emotional connection with Kohli.
Patekar did not talk about Kohli purely as a celebrity admirer. His comments were that of a passionate cricket fan who closely watched the batsman’s performances.
In a video widely circulated Patekar talked about how much he cared for Kohli and how difficult it was for him to watch the cricketer get dismissed early.
His comments reflected the emotional link that Indian cricket fans have with Kohli: the feeling of excitement when he scores and disappointment when his innings ends quicker than expected.
Patekar’s description of his own reaction to Kohli’s dismissals as an actor known for portraying intense emotions on stage offered fans a lighter and more personal glimpse into his personality.
“I Feel Bad When Kohli Gets Out”
One of the most popular parts of the video is Patekar talking about his emotional reaction whenever Kohli loses his wicket.
The actor’s affection for the cricketer was evident in the way he spoke about him. Instead of talking about statistics or records, Patekar was concerned with the emotional reaction to watching Kohli bat.
That made the clip especially relatable for cricket fans. Kohli has gained a huge fan base and Patekar’s words were about the excitement and heartbreak of millions of fans who were watching an important innings.
Why Patekar loved Virat Kohli?
Patekar’s admiration for Kohli also seemed to go beyond his batting ability. Kohli’s competitiveness, intensity and determination have been central to his public image, qualities that perhaps resonated with an actor whose own performances were known for their raw intensity.
Patekar had built a career around characters who refused to be passive. His admiration for a similarly passionate and uncompromising sportsman therefore produced an interesting link between cinema and cricket.
Today Virat Kohli lost one of his biggest supporter in the world 🥲 He was just a mad mad fan of virat kohli just like us , we gonna truly miss you Nana sir Om shanti to the soul of Nana Patekar 🕉️ https://t.co/vVZdCW1GCl
— Harsh shekhawat (@wordofshekhawat) October 8, 2026
The video resurfaces after his death
After Patekar’s death, the old video began circulating on social media. His feelings about Kohli were shared and tributes were made to the actor, recalling a side of him that was very different from his intense cinematic image.
The footage has given cricket fans another reason to remember Patekar— not only as the National Award-winning actor behind films like Krantiveer and Parinda, but also as an enthusiastic cricket follower.
Nana Patekar’s Legacy Lives On
Patekar's contribution to Indian cinema spans decades, but his personality outside films also made him popular with audiences. His love for Virat Kohli is one of those personal facts that has come back to us in a very emotional moment.
Patekar’s words are an emotional reminder for Kohli fans of how much the cricketer has been loved by the masses of cricket fans in India.
As we come to terms with Patekar’s death, his great performances will be remembered the most and the best. But for cricket fans, his honest and emotional words about Virat Kohli are one more reason to remember the actor with affection.
