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Nana Patekar: Nashik's Son-in-Law Remembered
8 Oct
Summary
- Nana Patekar was fondly known as Nashik's son-in-law due to family ties.
- He championed farmers' rights, questioning agricultural price stagnation.
- Patekar supported theatre technicians and donated play proceeds to charity.
Veteran actor Nana Patekar, deeply connected to Nashik, was cherished as the district's beloved son-in-law. His marriage in 1978 to Neelakanti, whose family resided in Nashik, fostered enduring ties, leading to frequent visits and a strong local reputation.
On March 4, 2024, Patekar last visited Mohadi for an All India Farmers' Literary Meet. There, he passionately addressed the indifference towards agriculture, questioning why staple crop prices remained static while gold values escalated. He urged farmers to unite beyond divisions and build political influence.
Patekar also profoundly impacted Marathi theatre. As president of the 80th All India Marathi Natya Sammelan in Nashik in 1997, he highlighted the contributions of backstage technicians and theatre workers.
His philanthropic spirit was evident in September 2000 when proceeds from the play 'Purush', starring him, were donated to Baba Amte's Anandwan. Even as a national figure, Patekar maintained his Nashik connection, receiving the Godavari Gaurav Award in 2016.
