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Rajinikanth's Plea Convinced Nana Patekar for 'Kaala'
8 Oct
Summary
- Rajinikanth personally convinced Nana Patekar to play villain.
- Patekar was hesitant to portray an antagonist role.
- Patekar agreed due to respect and affection for Rajinikanth.
The memorable performance of Nana Patekar as Haridev Abhyankar in Rajinikanth's 2018 film 'Kaala' is currently being highlighted. Patekar, known for his powerful acting, took on the antagonist role opposite Rajinikanth in the critically acclaimed Tamil movie directed by Pa Ranjith. His intense screen presence was a significant highlight.
Initially, Patekar expressed reservations about accepting an antagonist role. However, Rajinikanth personally intervened, discussing the character with Patekar and emphasizing his desire to have the veteran actor on board. This personal outreach from Rajinikanth was instrumental in Patekar's final decision.
Director Pa Ranjith also actively sought Patekar for the role, recognizing his strong acting capabilities needed for the politician character opposing Rajinikanth's 'Kaala.' Rajinikanth himself expressed excitement, comparing Patekar to his iconic past villains. Pankaj Tripathi, also part of 'Kaala,' recalled receiving advice from Patekar during filming. Patekar encouraged Tripathi to choose more substantial roles, reflecting his mentorship and influence within the film industry.
