As we gear up to witness another remarkable performance by the legendary actor, let's revisit 10 must-see films of Nana Patekar before Vanvaas
Updated On: 2024-12-01 05:05 PM IST
Compiled by : Shachi Chaturvedi
Krantiveer
Krantiveer is a social-action drama centered on Nana Patekar's character, Pratap Narayan Tilak, a rebellious and carefree man who, after witnessing injustices, communal strife, and corruption, becomes a fierce defender of justice.
Ghulam-E-Mustafa
In this film, Nana Patekar plays Mustafa, a loyal henchman of a powerful underworld don. Despite being involved in criminal activities, Mustafa is deeply devoted to his values. His life takes a transformative turn when he falls in love with Kavita (Raveena Tandon).
Parinda
Parinda is a crime drama featuring Nana Patekar as Anna, a psychopathic gangster and the film's primary antagonist. His character is driven by paranoia and a relentless thirst for control.
Khamoshi
Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Khamoshi: The Musical tells the story of Annie, the daughter of a deaf-mute couple. Nana Patekar plays Joseph, Annie's father, a deeply emotional and protective character.
Natsamrat
In the acclaimed Marathi film, Nana Patekar plays Ganpatrao Apte, a popular theatre actor who, following his retirement, must deal with the agonizing realities of diminishing fame, diminished respect, and isolation.
Prahar: The Final Attack
Prahar: The Final Attack, directed by and starring Nana Patekar, follows Major Pratap Chauhan, a highly skilled soldier in the Indian Army. His life changes when he witnesses the apathy and inaction of civilians in the face of corruption and crime.
Aapla Manus
Aapla Manus is a family drama with elements of a thriller. Nana Patekar plays dual roles in the film: the elderly Aba Gokhale and Senior Inspector Maruti Nagargoje.
Ab Tak Chhappan
In Ab Tak Chhappan, Nana Patekar plays Inspector Sadhu Agashe, a member of the Mumbai Encounter Squad, famous for having killed 56 people in police encounters. He brought intensity and sheer seriousness to this role, delivering a top-notch performance.
Tiranga
Nana Patekar plays Inspector Shivajirao Wagle, a tough, no-nonsense cop with a sharp mind, in this patriotic action drama.
Agni Sakshi
Agni Sakshi revolves around the story of Suraj (Jackie Shroff) and Shivangi (Manisha Koirala), a happily married couple whose life takes a dark turn when Vishwanath (Nana Patekar), Shivangi's estranged husband, re-enters her life.
Vanvaas is an upcoming emotional family saga. It explores the relationships within a family and an elderly father suffering from dementia. Written, produced, and directed by Anil Sharma, Vanvaas will be released in theaters on December 20, 2024. The film stars Utkarsh Sharma, Simratt Kaur, and the notable actor Nana Patekar in lead roles.