Nana Patekar, born on January 1, 1951, is an Indian film actor, screenwriter, filmmaker, and former Indian Territorial Army officer. The Bollywood actor he is regarded as one of the finest and influential actors in Indian cinema. Patekar is the recipient of three National Film Awards, four Filmfare Awards, and two Filmfare Awards Marathi for his acting performances.
He was bestowed with the Padma Shri award in 2013 for his contribution to cinema and arts.
Early Life and Upbringing
Nana Patekar was born as Vishwanath Patekar in a Marathi family on January 1, 1951, in Murud-Janjira, present-day Raigad District, Maharashtra. His father, Dinakar Patekar, was a businessman in the textile industry who died of a heart attack when Nana was only 28 years old.
Nana Patekar completed his schooling from Samarth Vidyalaya, Dadar West, Mumbai, and later graduated from the Sir J.J. Institute of Applied Art, Mumbai.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Vishwanath Patekar |
| Nickname | Nana |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Nana Patekar |
| Date of Birth | 1 January 1951 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 72 years |
| Religion | Agnostic |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Murud-Janjira, Bombay State (now, Maharashtra), India |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Current Address | 304 Sheetal, Apna Ghar Society, Samarth Nagar, Andheri, Mumbai |
| Education Qualification | A Commercial Arts diploma from J J School of Arts |
| Hobbies and Interests | Cooking, Doing Philanthropy |
| Languages Known | Hindi, Marathi, English |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Nana Patekar |
| IMDb Profile link | Nana Patekar |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Average |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | N/A |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 5’ 7”, 170 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 70 kg, 154 lbs |
| Chest | N/A |
| Waist | N/A |
| Biceps | N/A |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Salt & Pepper |
| Hairstyle | Short and Curly |
| Distinctive Features | Intense Eyes, Expressive Voice |
| Tattoos | N/A |
Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs
Nana Patekar married Neelkanti Patekar in 1978, and the couple has a son named Malhar Patekar. However, due to personal issues, the couple separated, and Nana Patekar has been living alone since then.
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Separated |
| Spouse – Wife | Neelakanthi Patekar (a former Bank Officer) |
| Father | Gajanand Patekar (Businessman) |
| Mother | Nirmala Patekar (Homemaker) |
| Children | Malhar Patekar (Son) |
| Siblings | Ashok and Dilip Patekar (Brothers) |
| Affairs – Girlfriend(s) | Manisha Koirala (Actress), Ayesha Jhulka (Actress) |
| Significant Relationships | Makarand Anaspure (Friend and Co-founder of Naam Foundation) |
Rise to Stardom
Nana Patekar made his acting debut in Bollywood with the 1978 drama Gaman. He then acted in a few Marathi films and some Bollywood films.
After starring in the Academy Award-nominated Salaam Bombay in 1988, he won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor and the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the crime drama Parinda (1989), which he followed-up with another negative role in Angaar (1992). He then starred in his directorial debut, Prahaar: The Final Attack (1991).
Patekar subsequently starred in and received critical acclaim for his performance in several commercially successful films of the 1990s, including Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman (1992); Angaar (1992), for which he won the Filmfare Award for Best Villain; Tirangaa (1993); Krantiveer (1994), for which he won the National Film Award for Best Actor and the Filmfare Award for Best Actor.
Further acclaim came his way for Agni Sakshi (1996), for which he won his second National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor; and Khamoshi: The Musical (1996). During the early 2000s, he received praise for his performances in Shakti: The Power (2002), Ab Tak Chhappan (2004), and Apaharan (2005); the latter of which earned him his second Filmfare Award for Best Villain, and Taxi No. 9211 (2006).
Patekar received widespread praise for playing a good-hearted gangster Uday Shetty in the comedy Welcome (2007) and its sequel Welcome Back (2015), and a politician in the political thriller Raajneeti (2010). In 2016, he starred in the critically and commercially successful Marathi film Natsamrat; in which he portrayed a retired stage actor.
He won the Filmfare Award for Best Actor (Marathi) for his performance in the film.
Nana Patekar – Debut Film – Gaman (1978)
Nana Patekar – Successful Film – Ab Tak Chhappan (2004)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Nana Patekar is the recipient of three National Film Awards, four Filmfare Awards, and two Filmfare Awards Marathi for his acting performances. He was bestowed with the Padma Shri award in 2013 for his contribution to cinema and arts.
He has also been awarded the Raj Kapoor Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Maharashtra Government.
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Profession(s) | Actor, Writer, Philanthropist, and Filmmaker |
| Debut Film | Gaman (1978) |
| Notable Roles | Baba Golub in Salaam Bombay! (1988), Anna in Parinda (1989), Pratap in Krantiveer (1994), Vishwanath in Agni Sakshi (1996), Joseph in Khamoshi: The Musical (1996), Uday Shetty in Welcome (2007) and Welcome Back (2015), Ganpatrao Belvalkar in Natsamrat (2016) |
| Recent Films – New Movies | Tadka (2019), Kaala (2018), Golmaal Again (2017) |
| Upcoming Films | N/A |
| Popular Television Series | N/A |
| Awards and Achievements | Padma Shri (2013), Three National Film Awards, Four Filmfare Awards, Two Filmfare Awards Marathi |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | N/A |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | Naam Foundation, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Farmers’ Welfare |
| Professional Associations | Indian Territorial Army, Cine and TV Artists Association |
| Training and Education | Sir J.J Institute of Applied Arts, Mumbai |
| Production Company | N/A |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Welcome, Welcome Back, Raajneeti, Krantiveer, Parinda |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Salaam Bombay!, Agni Sakshi, Khamoshi: The Musical, Natsamrat |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 40 Crore, $5.4 Million |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 4 Crore, $0.54 Million |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | N/A |
| Sponsorship Deals | N/A |
| Business Ventures | N/A |
| Investments | N/A |
| Real Estate Holdings | A bungalow in Pune, A farmhouse in Murud-Janjira |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | N/A |
| Cars Collection | Mahindra Scorpio, Toyota Fortuner |
Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Amitabh Bachchan |
| Favorite Actress | Smita Patil |
| Favorite Film | Mughal-e-Azam |
| Favorite Music Bands | N/A |
| Favorite Sport | Cricket |
| Favorite Books | N/A |
| Favorite Color | White |
| Favorite Food | Mutton Dishes, Malai Kabab, Prawns, Konkani Style Fish Curry, Goan Fish Curry |
| Things s/he like | Honesty, Simplicity, Patriotism |
| Things s/he dislike | Corruption, Violence, Injustice |
Top 5 Best Films – Nana Patekar
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| Parinda | 1989 | Anna |
| Krantiveer | 1994 | Pratap Narayan Tilak |
| Agni Sakshi | 1996 | Vishwanath |
| Ab Tak Chhappan | 2004 | Sadhu Agashe |
| Natsamrat | 2016 | Ganpat Ramchandra Belwalkar |
Controversies – Nana Patekar
- Accused by actress Tanushree Dutta of alleged harassment on the sets of a film in 2008.
- Slammed the extension of parole to the jailed actor Sanjay Dutt and vowed to never work with the convicted star.
- Supported the ban of Pakistani artists in Bollywood.
- Smacked a fan seeking a selfie on the sets of his film.
- Accused of indecent behavior on the sets of the movie ‘Horn O.K. Pleassse’.
Interesting Facts – Nana Patekar
- Patekar painted zebra crossings and movie posters to earn a living during his early day.
- He underwent a three-year army training programme for his film ‘Prahaar’ and was given the honorary rank of Captain.
- Patekar is an efficient cook and loves to whip up different cuisines.
- He refused to offer his son any help to establish himself in the industry, believing in self-made success.
- Patekar maintains a farm where he cultivates wheat, rice, etc., and donates the money to needy farmers.
- He had a narrow escape from getting burned during the filming of the last scene of the film ‘Parinda’.
Nana Patekar’s journey is a testament to his indomitable spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence. His contribution to Indian cinema is immense, and his legacy continues to inspire many aspiring actors
