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Katrina Kaif Recalls Nana Patekar's Support During 'Rajneeti' Speech
9 Oct
Summary
- Katrina Kaif recalled Nana Patekar's calming presence during a large crowd scene.
- She played Indu Pratap, a character inspired by Draupadi, in 'Rajneeti'.
- Nana Patekar was a political strategist guiding the family in the film.
During the filming of Prakash Jha's 2010 movie 'Rajneeti,' actress Katrina Kaif found herself nervous while addressing a crowd of thousands for a pivotal speech scene. She recounted how veteran actor Nana Patekar provided crucial support, assuring her that everything would be alright, which helped her stay composed.
Kaif played the character Indu Pratap, who rises to become Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh. Her role involved a complex storyline, including a love interest and an arranged marriage. The character's inspiration is widely believed to be Draupadi from the epic Mahabharat.
Nana Patekar's character in 'Rajneeti' was Brij Gopal, a sharp political strategist. He played a key role in guiding the family's political maneuvers throughout the film's plot. The movie, released on June 4, 2010, featured a prominent ensemble cast.
