Nana Patekar is remembered as a versatile performer who worked as a hero, villain, comedian, and character artiste while aspiring simply to be an actor.
Neelakanti Patekar cleared the IIT entrance, chose theatre, won awards, and returned to cinema with Chhaava. She and Nana Patekar met through Marathi theatre and married in 1978.
Acclaimed actor and filmmaker Nana Patekar has passed away at the age of 75 following a severe cardiac arrest at his Goa residence. Members of the film industry have shared emotional tributes.