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N. Chandra Remembers Nana Patekar: A Personal Loss
11 Oct
Summary
- Actor Nana Patekar passed away at 75 from cardiac arrest in Goa.
- Filmmaker N. Chandra deeply mourns Patekar's death as a significant personal loss.
- Patekar's career began with 'Ankush,' a film that marked a turning point for both.
Filmmaker N. Chandra has expressed his profound grief over the passing of his longtime associate, actor Nana Patekar. Patekar died at the age of 75 following a severe cardiac arrest at his residence in Goa.
Chandra characterized Patekar's death as a significant personal loss, extending beyond the film industry to impact society and farmers. He highlighted Patekar's extensive charitable endeavors and deep respect for the armed forces, noting the actor's multifaceted interests including music, painting, and rifle shooting.
The professional relationship between Chandra and Patekar commenced with the film 'Ankush.' Initially, Chandra considered a different actor, but a recommendation led him to Nana Patekar. 'Ankush' proved to be a pivotal film, marking Patekar's debut as a leading man and establishing Chandra as a successful producer-director.
Following 'Ankush,' their collaboration continued with 'Pratighaat,' where Patekar played a police officer. Their third film together was 'Wajood' in 1998, featuring Patekar as a struggling artist opposite Madhuri Dixit-Nene.
Patekar's passion for the armed forces inspired him to write and direct 'Prahaar,' for which he underwent military training. He was cremated with full state honors at his Pune farmhouse.
