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Actress Recalls No-Makeup Demand on Prahaar Set
7 Nov
Summary
- Nana Patekar asked Madhuri Dixit to wear no makeup for Prahaar.
- Madhuri Dixit recalled the anecdote on Kon Honar Crorepati.
- Nana Patekar passed away on October 8, 2026, at 75.
Actress Madhuri Dixit reminisced about a unique experience on the set of the 1991 film 'Prahaar: The Final Attack.' During a recent appearance on the Marathi television quiz show 'Kon Honar Crorepati,' Dixit recounted an anecdote shared with host Sonali Kulkarni.
Dixit recalled that Nana Patekar, the film's director and co-star, had specifically instructed her not to wear any makeup for her role. She described proving to him that she had indeed removed all her makeup, much to his surprise.
'Prahaar,' an action-drama, marked Nana Patekar's directorial debut. He starred alongside Madhuri Dixit and Dimple Kapadia. Patekar played Major Chauhan, while Dixit essayed the character of Shirley.
Tragically, Nana Patekar passed away on October 8, 2026, at the age of 75. His death occurred at his residence in Goa following a cardiac arrest. Despite efforts to revive him at Manipal Hospital, he could not be saved.
Dixit and Patekar later reunited on screen for the 1998 film 'Wajood,' where they were paired opposite each other.
