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Nana Patekar once revealed that late actress Smita Patil pushed him to enter films.
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News18•08-10-2026, 14:05
How Late Actress Smita Patil Pushed Bollywood Legend Nana Patekar Into Movies
  • •Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar passed away on October 8 at the age of 75.
  • •In a past interview, Patekar revealed that late actress Smita Patil pushed him to enter films and recommended his name for Aaj Ki Aawaz.
  • •Doctors confirmed that Patekar was brought dead to the hospital following a cardiac event despite revival efforts.
  • •Patekar leaves behind an incredible legacy spanning iconic roles in Hindi and Marathi cinema, earning three National Film Awards and the Padma Shri.
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Key Questions Answered

Smita Patil pushed Nana Patekar to transition from theatre into films and recommended his name to director Ravi Chopra for the movie 'Aaj Ki Aawaz'.

Nana Patekar passed away on October 8 at the age of 75 after suffering a cardiac arrest.

Nana Patekar began his acting career with the film 'Gaman' in 1978.

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