Nana Patekar

Nana Patekar is a renowned Indian actor known for his remarkable versatility and intense performances. Born on January 1, 1951, in Maharashtra, India, Patekar has won numerous accolades throughout his career, including National Film Awards and Filmfare Awards. With his commanding presence and exceptional acting skills, he has left an indelible mark in the Indian film industry.

Biography

Name	Nana Patekar
Date of Birth	January 1, 1951
Occupation	Actor, Screenwriter, Film maker
Recognitions	Three National Film Awards Four Filmfare Awards Two Filmfare Awards Marathi Padma Shri award (2013)
Debut Film	Gaman (1978)
Notable Films	Salaam Bombay (1988) Parinda (1989) Angaar (1992) Prahaar: The Final Attack (1991) Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman (1992) Tirangaa (1993) Krantiveer (1994) Agni Sakshi (1996) Khamoshi: The Musical (1996) Shakti: The Power (2002) Ab Tak Chhappan (2004) Apaharan (2005) Taxi No. 9211 (2006) Welcome (2007) Welcome Back (2015) Raajneeti (2010) Natsamrat (2016)

Early Life

Nana Patekar, born Vishwanath Patekar, was born into a Marathi family in Murud-Janjira, in the present-day Raigad District, Maharashtra. He studied at Samartha Vidyalaya in Mumbai for three years before enrolling at Sir J. J. School of Applied Arts. Throughout his early life, Patekar showed an interest in arts and eventually made his acting debut. He has had a successful career in Bollywood and is known for his versatile acting skills. Patekar is also involved in social work and founded the Naam Foundation, which provides aid to farmers affected by drought in Maharashtra.

Family

Name	Relationship
Vishwanath Patekar	Father
Nirmala Patekar	Mother
Ashok Patekar	Brother
Dilip Patekar	Brother

Nana Patekar, whose real name is Vishwanath Patekar, comes from a Marathi family. His father is Gajanand Patekar, a businessman, and his mother is Nirmala Patekar, a homemaker. He also has two brothers named Ashok Patekar and Dilip Patekar. Nana Patekar is an Indian actor, screenwriter, filmmaker, and a former Indian Territorial Army officer. He is known for his work in Hindi and Marathi cinema.

Height, Weight, And Other Body Measurements

Measurement	Value
Height	Not available
Weight	Not available
Chest Size	Not available
Waist Size	Not available
Hip Size	Not available

Wife/husband / Girlfriend/boyfriend

Nana Patekar is currently separated from his wife, Neelakanti Patekar. They have not officially divorced.

Prior to his marriage with Neelakanti Patekar, Nana Patekar was in a relationship with the actress Manisha Koirala. However, he was already married to his wife, Neelakanti, when he dated Manisha. Their affair ended after a while.

Table Of Previous Relationships

Partner	Relationship	Status
Manisha Koirala	Actress	Previous relationship during marriage

Despite their separation, the details of Nana Patekar’s current relationship status and any potential new partners are not publicly available.

Career, Achievements And Controversies

Nana Patekar is regarded as one of the finest and most influential actors in Indian cinema. He started his career as a commercial artist and visualizer at Strusa Advertising. He then worked in an advertising agency for some time before entering the film industry.

Patekar is known for his versatile acting style, unique dialogues, and powerful dialogue delivery. He has portrayed a wide range of characters, showcasing his immense talent and versatility.

Nana Patekar has received numerous awards and recognition throughout his career. He is a three-time recipient of the National Film Award and has won four Filmfare Awards. He has also been honored with various other prestigious awards for his exceptional performances in films.

Nana Patekar has been involved in several controversies throughout his career. One of the most notable controversies was when actress Tanushree Dutta accused him of sexual harassment on the set of the film “Horn ‘Ok’ Pleassss” in 2008. This controversy sparked a nationwide #MeToo movement in India and resulted in a significant impact on Patekar’s public image.

Apart from this, Patekar has also been involved in conflicts with other actors and industry professionals, which have attracted media attention and created controversies.

Some of Nana Patekar’s popular works include:

• Prahaar: The Final Attack
• Krantiveer
• Tirangaa
• Yeshwant

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Nana Patekar is an Indian actor, philanthropist, and filmmaker. He has appeared in numerous Bollywood films and is known for his versatile acting skills.

Nana Patekar was born on January 1, 1951.

Some popular movies of Nana Patekar include “Parinda,” “Agni Sakshi,” “Krantiveer,” “Wajood,” “Ab Tak Chhappan,” and “Apaharan.”

Yes, Nana Patekar has won several awards throughout his career. He has received National Film Awards, Filmfare Awards, and Star Screen Awards for his outstanding performances.

Yes, Nana Patekar is actively involved in various social causes. He has established the Naam Foundation, which provides aid and support to farmers and their families in drought-prone regions of Maharashtra, India.

Along with his acting career, Nana Patekar has also directed and produced films. He made his directorial debut with the movie “Prahaar: The Final Attack” and has produced several films, including “Aapla Manus.”