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In a heartwarming moment of nostalgia, veteran actor Nana Patekar shared an unforgettable anecdote about the the legendary Dilip Kumar.
Nana Patekar remembers Dilip Kumar.
In a heartwarming moment of nostalgia, veteran actor Nana Patekar shared an unforgettable anecdote about the the legendary Dilip Kumar during a recent interview with The Lallantop. Recalling a rainy evening that became etched in his memory forever, Nana revealed how the legendary actor not only celebrated his achievement for Krantiveer, but also extended a warmth that left him deeply moved. From wiping his rain-soaked hair with a towel to offering his own kurta, Dilip Kumar’s gestures spoke volumes of his humility and affection.
Nana Patekar recalled, “Ek din ghar pe bulaya tha, barish ho rahi thi. Mujhe mila tha Best Actor ka award, Krantiveer ke liye, unke haath se mila tha. Main ghar gaya toh bheega hua tha. Toh pehle dekha darwaze mein, andar gaye, towel laaye, aap aise bitha ke mera sar poch rahe. Aur kaunse award chahiye yaar tumko? Dilip saab aise sar poch rahe, shirt utaaro, apna kurta laate aur pehnaate (One day, I was invited to his house while it was raining. I had just received the Best Actor award for Krantiveer, and it was given to me by him. When I arrived at his house, I was drenched. He first looked at me at the door, then went inside, brought a towel, and started wiping my head while sitting me down. I wondered, ‘What other award does one need?’ Dilip saab was wiping my head, telling me to take off my shirt, bringing me his kurta, and making me wear it.”.”
Nana Patekar received widespread praise for his role in Krantiveer (1999), where he played a man fighting against injustice and corruption. The film was a big moment in his career, with his emotional depth and strong portrayal of the character leaving a lasting impression on audiences. Krantiveer remains one of his most memorable films.
