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Nana Patekar's Unscripted Slap Stuns Madhoo Shah
6 Jun
Summary
- Nana Patekar slapped Madhoo Shah unscripted during the 1997 film Yeshwant shoot.
- Madhoo Shah instinctively slapped Nana Patekar back in shock and anger.
- The intense, natural scene was completed in half a day instead of a full day.
In a recollection of filming the 1997 movie Yeshwant, actress Madhoo Shah shared an intense on-set experience with Nana Patekar. During a scene requiring genuine emotion, Patekar controversially slapped Shah without rehearsal, demanding natural tears rather than glycerin. Shocked and furious, Shah immediately slapped him back in a reflex action.
This unscripted moment became pivotal for the film. Director Anil Mattoo had dedicated an entire day to shoot this crucial sequence. However, the raw emotion captured by the unexpected slap led to its swift completion within just half a day.
Shah noted that despite the incident, Patekar's intention was to push for authentic performances. He valued method acting, believing in fully embodying a character. This approach contrasted with Shah's more adaptable 'switch-on, switch-off' style.
Yeshwant, directed by Anil Mattoo, stars Nana Patekar as an honest undercover narcotics officer. The film's plot centers on his efforts against a powerful drug lord, Salim Shaikh, while navigating his personal life and values.
