Rating: ★★★ ½ Genre: Drama, Biopic Producers: Samruoddhi Cine World, Golden Globe Director: Adv. Samruoddhi Porey DOP: Mahesh Aney Studio / Presenter: Essel Vision Music: Rahul Ranade, Aniruddha Wankar Cast: Nana Patekar, Sonali Kulkarni, Dr. Mohan Agashe, Tejashri Pradhan, Sushant Kakade, Bharat Ganeshpure, Ashish Chougule, Vinod Raut Movie Review by: Keerti Kadam

Each one of us have fantasised about superheroes, some time or the other, as a child or as an adult, to tide over our difficulties in life. A selfless person, whom we may call a social worker, actually has been working for the welfare of tribals in Maharashtra, who were living in inhuman conditions. Son of social activist Baba Amte, who throughout his life worked for rehabilitating people, suffering from leprosy, Dr. Prakash Murlidhar Amte, is a living example of Superhero. Advocate Samruoddhi Porey, national award winning director has come out with a biopic on Dr. Prakash Baba Amte.

Baba Amte (Dr. Mohan Aagashe), who set up ‘Aanandvan’ for rehabilitation of leprosy stricken patients/people, who could not afford medical treatment, takes his family for a picnic to ‘Hemalkasa’, and his elder son, Prakash, gets intrigued by seeing the plight of tribals there. Baba Amte wanted to set up facilitation centre there, but Prakash, a medico by profession, volunteers to go to Hemalkasa for the same, knowing fully well, about hardships to be faced and giving up luxuries of comfortable life. Dr. Manda (Sonali Kulkarni), newly married wife of Dr. Prakash Amte ( Nana Patekar), readily agrees to accompany him, in spite of hailing from a well to do family. In dense forest, infested by Naxalites, neglected by government authorities, they set up, with the help of few dependable associates, a medical centre in huts, where they choose to reside too. Difficulties galore like non-communication; due to alien language, age old tribal customs. But, these super human beings, bring these ‘Aadivasis’ to mainstream and even treat wild animals, as part of their family.

A salute to the producers, for presenting this true story in the form of a mainstream cinema. Thanks to Director for handling this sensible subject with sincerity and maturity. The screenplay, with true life incidents is compact and does not keep lingering. Dialogues are the backbone of this script and lift it to another level. They throw light on realities with subtle humour interspersed. Incidentally, each scene says something, to make you think and that’s a plus. The director is successful in maintaining the required pace in storytelling and with some witty dialogues, this serious subject doesn’t become boring. Music (Rahul Ranade, Aniruddha Wankar) has little importance, but is apt and doesn’t halt the pace of the film. Background score is noteworthy, creating required impact. Cinematography (Mahesh Aney) is engrossing with different angles capturing raw forest beauty. Dr. Mohan Aagashe has convincingly portrayed Baba Amte. Sonali Kulkarni has rendered a sterling performance as Dr. Manda, wife of Dr. Prakash Amte. A loving wife, mother, doctor, caretaker, supporter of husband’s every decision, she moves through the frames with utmost ease.

Nana Pateker as Dr. Prakash Baba Amte towers above everyone and is outstanding. His empowering portrayal of Dr Prakash Amte is, as if he is conveying his own story. To act simple is the most difficult thing and Nana does it explicitly. He has fiddled with humour in an expansive way so that seriousness doesn’t overpower the scenes. He is so perfect. This can be termed as one of his best performances.

All superficial superheroes make way, The Real Hero is here, Dr. Prakash Baba Amte.

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27th February 2015 is the 103rd birth anniversary of well known Marathi writer Vi.Wa. Shirwadkar, who was popularly known as Kusumagraj. On this day, Marathi film industry paying tribute to the great poet & playwright by launching a film ‘Natasamrat‘ based on his hit play with the same name. The event taken place at 12 noon on 27th February 2015 at Kusumagraj Bhavan, Nashik. Incidentally, Mr. shiwadkar spent most of his life in Nashik.
Now, prominent Marathi actors like Nana Patekar, Vikram Gokhale & Reema Lagoo will be part of this cinematic version, which will be directed by Mahesh Waman Manjrekar. The tragic tale of a well known stage actor Ganpatrao Belwalkar was written by Shirwadkar on the same day 53 years ago. Since then, many well known actors have been part of this play including Dr. Shreeram Lagoo.
The film is being produced jointly by Fin Craft Entertainment, Gajanan Chitra and Great Maratha Entertainment. Vishwas Vinayak Joshi & Nana Gajanan Patekar are the producers of this film. Since both Nana Patekar and Vikram Gokhale are part of this film, It is interesting to know, who is playing which character in this film? But, Reema Lagoo will surely play Kaveri Belwalkar. The characters of Raja-the Bootpolish boy and Vithoba the actor and well wisher of Ganpatrao are also equally important roles in the story, as all other characters are negative characters, excluding the little innocent grand daughter of Ganpatrao. So, let us wait for more details.

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Last year, well known actor  made his presence felt, when he played the role of Dr.Prakash Baba Amte’ in the film on the life of a great social activist. This year, he was already in the news, for his initiative to help the families of poor farmers in Maharashtra, through his NAAM foundation. But, more than that, the news about his playing the lead role of Appa Belwalkar, in the cinematic version of  V.V. Shirwadkar’s famous play ‘Natasamraat’. This film directed by Mahesh Manjrekar is complete now; and will be released on 1^st January 2016, which also happens to be Nana Patekar.

On Wednesday evening the makers of Natasamraat and the presenters of this film Zee Studios revealed the first look of this film, in a big way, in presence of entire star cast of the film, media and special invites. After releasing the first look, which was very impressive, a talk show was arranged by anchor Jitendra Joshi, when he invited the three pillars of this film, director Mahesh Manjrekar, lead actor Nana Patekar and veteran actor Vikram Gokhale, who is playing an important role in the film, which has been created by the director, taking the cinematic liberties.

Speaking on the occasion, Mahesh Manjrekar made it very clear that he didn’t want to present the story in the original form, as noticed in the play and hence took the liberty of adding additional important characters for artistes like Vikram Gokhale, Jitendra Joshi, Sandeep Pathak and few others. Vikram Gokhale, who spoke very few words, said that he liked the performance of Dr.Shreeram Lagoo playing this character  on stage; but felt that Nana had also done a very good job, in his own way.

However, the hero of the day was Nana Patekar, who narrated his experience of working with Mahesh Manjrekar as director. He narrated several such happenings, which generated instant laughter from the  audience present at the function. Mahesh tried to explain his side; but when Nana is around, it is very difficult for others to defend themselves. But, it was all in good spirit, as Nana even did not allow the anchor to answer all his questions. Instead of taking more time, he instead allowed others like Medha Manjreakar, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Sandeep Pathak, Sunil Barve, Neha Pendse and others to speak.  But, before that, he was all praise for the director , his wife Medha, who played his wife Kaveri in the film and Neha Pendse, who played his family member in the film.

Among the other dignitaries who were present on the occasion were, producer Vishwas Joshi, Mr. Nitin Kini & Nikhil sane from Zee Group, Suhas Joshi, Rajesh Deshpande, Kiran Yadnyopavit, Jaywant Wadkar, Mrinal Kulkarni, Bharat Dabholkar and Cricketer Dilip Vengsarkar , who was a surprise guest, to wish the team of ‘Natasamraat’.

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Movie: Natsamrat
Director: Mahesh Manjrekar
Lead Cast: Nana Patekar, VIkram Gokhale, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Neha Pendse

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Filmmaker Samruddh Porey

After receiving overwhelming response for her Marathi film ‘Dr.Prakash Baba Amte- The real hero’, the biopic on social worker and Magsaysay Award winner from Maharashtra, filmmaker Samruddhi Porey  shot  the hindi version of this film titled ‘Hemalkasa’, with the same lead pair of Nana Patekar and Sonali Kulkarni.  And, the good news is that this film has entered the final round of Oscars competition.

It may be recalled that when ‘Court’ was India’s official entry for the foreign language category, ‘Hemalkasa’ was admitted in the open category, along with three more regional language films, namely ‘Nachomiya Kum Pasar( Konkani), ‘Jalam( Malyalam) & ‘Rangi Tarang( Kannada). And, now the news has reached us that ‘Hemalkasa’ is the only film Indian film which has been admitted in the final round for the 88^th Academy awards. This will make the film eligible for the competition to receive nomination in the best film, best actor and best actress category.

But, all this was possible because of the hard work put in by Samruddhi Porey in Los Angeles , for the past 3- 4 months, going through all the stages of formalities to show the film to the members of Jury. Now, all eyes on this film, to see,
whether it receives nominations in the three categories mentioned above, when the final list will be declared on 14^th January 2016.

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Rating: ★★★ ½ Studio/presenter: Zee Studios, Great Maratha Entertainment Producer: Vishwas Joshi, Nana Patekar Director: Mahesh Vaman Manjrekar Original Playwright: V. V. Shirwadkar Writer: Kiran Yadnyopavit, Abhijeet Deshpande Lyrics: Kusumagraj, Guru Thakur Music: Ajit Parab Cinematographer (DOP): Ajith Reddy Genres: Drama Censor: U Duration: 130 Min. Cast: Nana Patekar, Vikram Gokhale, Jitendra Joshi, Sandeep Pathak, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Sunil Barve, Medha Manjrekar, Ajit Parab, Neha Pendse, Jayant WadkarMovie Review by: Ulhas Shirke

V. V. Shirwadkar alias Kusumagraj was a  well known Marathi Poet and writer, who  was influenced by Shakespeare, Othello, Hamlet, Macbeth, Tolstoy in his writings. So, when he wrote his Marathi play ‘Natsamrat’‘, it was based on Shakespeare’s tragedy ‘King Lear’.  ‘Natasamraat’ was staged for many years with record number of shows and well known actors like Dr. Shreeram Lagoo, Yashwant Dutt, Datta Bhat and others, have performed the central character of Ganpatrao Belvalkar successfully. But, the one performed by Dr. Shreeram Lagoo, is still fresh in the memory of those, who saw his great performance.

Now, director Mahesh Manjrekar has presented the cinematic version of this popular play, in his own way, with Nana Patekar playing the central character of Ganpatrao alias Appasaheb Belvalkar . And, in addition to his  family members comprising of wife kaveri (Medha Manjrekar), Son (Ajit Parab), daughter in law (Neha Pendse), grand daughter ( Pranjal Parab), daughter ( Mrunmayee Deshpande), son in law ( Sunil Barve), he has introduced a new character of Rambhau, played by versatile actor Vikram Gokhale, as his close friend. In  the process, he has extended his screenplay, with some witty conversations, taking place between the two friends, whenever they meet, over the session of drinks.

Nana Patekar in & as ‘Natsamrat’

In this film, the director has paid more attention on the home affairs of Ganpatrao, after his retirement, on receiving the highest honour of ‘NatSamrat’. In the process, the film has turned more into a family melodrama rather than a monologue, reminding you of some happenings  from  bollywood films  like ‘Baghban’, ‘jaisi karni Vaisi Bharni’, ‘Avtaar’ and few others.  In ‘Natasamrat’, Ganpatrao played by Nana Patekar  faces insults, first from his daughter in law, which forces him to leave his  own house, along with his wife Kaveri. But, before that Ganpatrao has committed a biggest mistake in his life, i.e. by  transferring all his assets in the name of his son and daughter. Ganpatrao being close to his daughter, is offered shelter by her and his son in law, in their house.

But, when the daughter alleges her own father for stealing her money, Ganpatrao and his wife quietly leave their house during the midnight hours of heavy rains, for onward journey to their native place. But, on the way, during a halt, Kaveri , who is already suffering from fever, passes away during her sleep. This brings Ganpatrao literally on the roads, as the person, who steals his bag, later offers him shelter under the bridge along with his small family. Though he is traced by his son and daughter, in an old drama theatre which is gutted in fire; Ganpatrao refuses to go with them and performs one last scene from his play , to conclude this film with its tragic end.

This film entirely belongs to actor Nana Patekar , who has played his role with total conviction. This is a lifetime role for a  complete actor in him. In short, ‘Natasamraat’ has brought out  the best out of Nana Patekar . But, this would not have been possible for him , without the support of Medha Manjrekar, who has given a wonderful performance as his co star Kaveri in this film. Medha has performed a role, which is more than her age; but, with her expressive face and good make up by Vikram Gaikwad, she was able to give her best. Another good performance, comes from young Mrunmayee Deshpande, who has done those two big emotion filled scenes, opposite senior experienced actor like Nana Patekar, exceptionally well.  There was no doubt about the ability of Vikram Gokhale, as he perfectly fitted into the witty character of Rambhau. The director has rightly taken close up scenes on him, to exploit his spontaneous facial expressions.  Among others in the supporting cast, good performances also come from Sunil Barve, Ajit Parab, Neha Pendse, Nilesh Divekar, Sarang Sathe , Jaywant Wadkar, little Pranjal Parab and others. But, Savita Malpekar and Vidyatai Patwardhan are just namesake in this film.  On location sound used by by Srikant kamble, art direction by Eknath kadam, cinematography by Ajith Reddy  and background score by Ajit Parab are the other plus points of this film.

This film, which presents the story of 70s era, does not actually relate to the changing lifestyle of today’s nuclear family system. So, it remains to be seen, how it appeals to today’s new generation. Moreover, today’s senior citizens have many other options after retirement. But, the central character of this film, being an actor, certainly sends a strong message to all those , for not committing the mistake done by Ganpatrao in this film. The film is technically very well presented and hence stands a chance of  inviting the attention of maximum film lovers. A worth watch, for the entire family together.

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Release Year: 2016 (1^st January)
Genres: Drama
Rating: ★★★ ½
Censor: U
Duration: 130 min.
Studio/presenter: Zee Studios Presents, A Fincraft Media, Gajanan Chitra, Great Maratha Entertainment
Producers:  Vishwas Joshi, Nana Patekar
Executive  Producer: Vijay Shirke
Director: Mahesh Vaman Manjrekar
Writer: Kiran Yadnopavit, Abhijeet Deshpande
ScreenPlay: Mahesh Manjrekar, Abhijeet Deshpande, Kiran Yadnopavit
Dialogues: Kiran Yadnyopavit, Abhijeet Deshpande
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Born as Vishwanath Patekar on the 1st day of the year in Murud – Janjira, Maharashtra, he perhaps indicated that he was born to lead others. Nana, as he is popularly known, is a very common name in Maharashtrian families, but Vishwanath alias Nana Patekar turned out to be a different person with tremendous creativity hidden within his self. He found an opportunity to explore his talent when he joined Mumbai’s J.J. School of Arts.

Filmography:

Movie(s)
Marathi Movies
Natasamrat (2016)
Dr. Prakash Baba Amte: The Real Hero (2014)
Yashwantrao Chavan– Bakhar Eka Wadalachi (2014)
Pak Pak Pakaak (2005)
Deool (2011)
Maaficha Sakshidar (1986)
Gad Jejuri Jejuri (1985)
Savitri (1983)
Raghu Maina (1982)
Bhalu (1980)
Sinhasan (1978)

Hindi Movies
Gaman (1978)
Aaj Ki Awaaz (1984)
Ankush (1986)
Lord Mountbatten: The Last Viceroy (1986)
Sutradhaar (1987)
Pratighaat (1987)
Salaam Bombay (1988)
The Jungle Book (1990)
Parinda (1990)
Thodasa Roomani Ho Jaayen (1990)
Prajapati Neelkant Dhumketu Barish Kar
Prahaar: The Final Attack (1991)
Diksha (1991)
Tirangaa (1992)
Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman (1992)
Angaar (1992)
Krantiveer (1994)
Hum Dono (1995)
Agni Sakshi (1996)
Khamoshi: The Musical (1996)
Ghulam-E-Musthafa (1997)
Yeshwant (1997)
Yugpurush: A Man Who Comes Just Once in a Way (1998)
Wajood (1998)
Hu Tu Tu (1999)
Kohram: The Explosion (1999)
Gang (2000)
Tarkieb (2000)
Vadh (2002)
Shakti – The Power (2002)
Bhoot (2003)
Darna Mana Hai (2003)
Aanch (2003)
Ab Tak Chhappan (2004)
Apaharan (2005)
Bluff Master (2005)
Taxi Number 9211 (2006)
Hattrick (2007)
Dus Kahaniyaan (2007)
Welcome (2007)
Yatra (2007)
Saamna (Announced) (2006)
The Pool (2007)
Ek – The Power of One (2008)
Horn ‘OK’ Pleassss (2009)
Bommalattam (2008)
Paathshala (2010)
Rajneeti (2010)
Tum Milo Toh Sahi (2010)
It’s My Life (2011)

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Prahaar: The Final Attack (1991)

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Yeshwant (1991)
Wajood (1998)
Aanch (2003)

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Purush

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National Film Award
Krantiveer (1995) National Film Award for Best Actor
Parinda (1990) National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor
Agni Sakshi (1997) National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor

Filmfare Award
Krantiveer (1995) Filmfare Best Actor Award
Parinda (1990) Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award
Angaar (1992) Filmfare Best Villain Award
Apaharan (2008) Filmfare Best Villain Award

Star Screen Awards
Krantiveer (1995) Star Screen Award Best Actor
Apaharan (2006) Star Screen Award Best Villain

Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards
Ab Tak Chhappan (2004) Bengal Film Journalists’ Association – Best Actor Award (Hindi)

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Movie: Natsamrat
Director: Mahesh Manjrekar
Lead Cast: Nana Patekar, VIkram Gokhale, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Neha Pendse

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After receiving overwhelming response for her Marathi film ‘Dr.Prakash Baba Amte- The real hero’, the biopic on social worker and Magsaysay Award winner from Maharashtra, filmmaker Samruddhi Porey  shot  the hindi version of this film titled ‘Hemalkasa’, with the same lead pair of Nana Patekar and Sonali Kulkarni.  And, the good news is that this film has entered the final round of Oscars competition.

It may be recalled that when ‘Court’ was India’s official entry for the foreign language category, ‘Hemalkasa’ was admitted in the open category, along with three more regional language films, namely ‘Nachomiya Kum Pasar( Konkani), ‘Jalam( Malyalam) & ‘Rangi Tarang( Kannada). And, now the news has reached us that ‘Hemalkasa’ is the only film Indian film which has been admitted in the final round for the 88^th Academy awards. This will make the film eligible for the competition to receive nomination in the best film, best actor and best actress category.

But, all this was possible because of the hard work put in by Samruddhi Porey in Los Angeles , for the past 3- 4 months, going through all the stages of formalities to show the film to the members of Jury. Now, all eyes on this film, to see,
whether it receives nominations in the three categories mentioned above, when the final list will be declared on 14^th January 2016.

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Rating: ★★★ ½ Studio/presenter: Zee Studios, Great Maratha Entertainment Producer: Vishwas Joshi, Nana Patekar Director: Mahesh Vaman Manjrekar Original Playwright: V. V. Shirwadkar Writer: Kiran Yadnyopavit, Abhijeet Deshpande Lyrics: Kusumagraj, Guru Thakur Music: Ajit Parab Cinematographer (DOP): Ajith Reddy Genres: Drama Censor: U Duration: 130 Min. Cast: Nana Patekar, Vikram Gokhale, Jitendra Joshi, Sandeep Pathak, Mrunmayee Deshpande, Sunil Barve, Medha Manjrekar, Ajit Parab, Neha Pendse, Jayant WadkarMovie Review by: Ulhas Shirke

V. V. Shirwadkar alias Kusumagraj was a  well known Marathi Poet and writer, who  was influenced by Shakespeare, Othello, Hamlet, Macbeth, Tolstoy in his writings. So, when he wrote his Marathi play ‘Natsamrat’‘, it was based on Shakespeare’s tragedy ‘King Lear’.  ‘Natasamraat’ was staged for many years with record number of shows and well known actors like Dr. Shreeram Lagoo, Yashwant Dutt, Datta Bhat and others, have performed the central character of Ganpatrao Belvalkar successfully. But, the one performed by Dr. Shreeram Lagoo, is still fresh in the memory of those, who saw his great performance.

Now, director Mahesh Manjrekar has presented the cinematic version of this popular play, in his own way, with Nana Patekar playing the central character of Ganpatrao alias Appasaheb Belvalkar . And, in addition to his  family members comprising of wife kaveri (Medha Manjrekar), Son (Ajit Parab), daughter in law (Neha Pendse), grand daughter ( Pranjal Parab), daughter ( Mrunmayee Deshpande), son in law ( Sunil Barve), he has introduced a new character of Rambhau, played by versatile actor Vikram Gokhale, as his close friend. In  the process, he has extended his screenplay, with some witty conversations, taking place between the two friends, whenever they meet, over the session of drinks.

In this film, the director has paid more attention on the home affairs of Ganpatrao, after his retirement, on receiving the highest honour of ‘NatSamrat’. In the process, the film has turned more into a family melodrama rather than a monologue, reminding you of some happenings  from  bollywood films  like ‘Baghban’, ‘jaisi karni Vaisi Bharni’, ‘Avtaar’ and few others.  In ‘Natasamrat’, Ganpatrao played by Nana Patekar  faces insults, first from his daughter in law, which forces him to leave his  own house, along with his wife Kaveri. But, before that Ganpatrao has committed a biggest mistake in his life, i.e. by  transferring all his assets in the name of his son and daughter. Ganpatrao being close to his daughter, is offered shelter by her and his son in law, in their house.

But, when the daughter alleges her own father for stealing her money, Ganpatrao and his wife quietly leave their house during the midnight hours of heavy rains, for onward journey to their native place. But, on the way, during a halt, Kaveri , who is already suffering from fever, passes away during her sleep. This brings Ganpatrao literally on the roads, as the person, who steals his bag, later offers him shelter under the bridge along with his small family. Though he is traced by his son and daughter, in an old drama theatre which is gutted in fire; Ganpatrao refuses to go with them and performs one last scene from his play , to conclude this film with its tragic end.

This film entirely belongs to actor Nana Patekar , who has played his role with total conviction. This is a lifetime role for a  complete actor in him. In short, ‘Natasamraat’ has brought out  the best out of Nana Patekar . But, this would not have been possible for him , without the support of Medha Manjrekar, who has given a wonderful performance as his co star Kaveri in this film. Medha has performed a role, which is more than her age; but, with her expressive face and good make up by Vikram Gaikwad, she was able to give her best. Another good performance, comes from young Mrunmayee Deshpande, who has done those two big emotion filled scenes, opposite senior experienced actor like Nana Patekar, exceptionally well.  There was no doubt about the ability of Vikram Gokhale, as he perfectly fitted into the witty character of Rambhau. The director has rightly taken close up scenes on him, to exploit his spontaneous facial expressions.  Among others in the supporting cast, good performances also come from Sunil Barve, Ajit Parab, Neha Pendse, Nilesh Divekar, Sarang Sathe , Jaywant Wadkar, little Pranjal Parab and others. But, Savita Malpekar and Vidyatai Patwardhan are just namesake in this film.  On location sound used by by Srikant kamble, art direction by Eknath kadam, cinematography by Ajith Reddy  and background score by Ajit Parab are the other plus points of this film.

This film, which presents the story of 70s era, does not actually relate to the changing lifestyle of today’s nuclear family system. So, it remains to be seen, how it appeals to today’s new generation. Moreover, today’s senior citizens have many other options after retirement. But, the central character of this film, being an actor, certainly sends a strong message to all those , for not committing the mistake done by Ganpatrao in this film. The film is technically very well presented and hence stands a chance of  inviting the attention of maximum film lovers. A worth watch, for the entire family together.

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Biography / Profile:

Born as Vishwanath Patekar on the 1st day of the year in Murud – Janjira, Maharashtra, he perhaps indicated that he was born to lead others. Nana, as he is popularly known, is a very common name in Maharashtrian families, but Vishwanath alias Nana Patekar turned out to be a different person with tremendous creativity hidden within his self. He found an opportunity to explore his talent when he joined Mumbai’s J.J. School of Arts.

Filmography:

Movie(s)
Marathi Movies
Natasamrat (2016)
Dr. Prakash Baba Amte: The Real Hero (2014)
Yashwantrao Chavan– Bakhar Eka Wadalachi (2014)
Pak Pak Pakaak (2005)
Deool (2011)
Maaficha Sakshidar (1986)
Gad Jejuri Jejuri (1985)
Savitri (1983)
Raghu Maina (1982)
Bhalu (1980)
Sinhasan (1978)

Hindi Movies
Gaman (1978)
Aaj Ki Awaaz (1984)
Ankush (1986)
Lord Mountbatten: The Last Viceroy (1986)
Sutradhaar (1987)
Pratighaat (1987)
Salaam Bombay (1988)
The Jungle Book (1990)
Parinda (1990)
Thodasa Roomani Ho Jaayen (1990)
Prajapati Neelkant Dhumketu Barish Kar
Prahaar: The Final Attack (1991)
Diksha (1991)
Tirangaa (1992)
Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman (1992)
Angaar (1992)
Krantiveer (1994)
Hum Dono (1995)
Agni Sakshi (1996)
Khamoshi: The Musical (1996)
Ghulam-E-Musthafa (1997)
Yeshwant (1997)
Yugpurush: A Man Who Comes Just Once in a Way (1998)
Wajood (1998)
Hu Tu Tu (1999)
Kohram: The Explosion (1999)
Gang (2000)
Tarkieb (2000)
Vadh (2002)
Shakti – The Power (2002)
Bhoot (2003)
Darna Mana Hai (2003)
Aanch (2003)
Ab Tak Chhappan (2004)
Apaharan (2005)
Bluff Master (2005)
Taxi Number 9211 (2006)
Hattrick (2007)
Dus Kahaniyaan (2007)
Welcome (2007)
Yatra (2007)
Saamna (Announced) (2006)
The Pool (2007)
Ek – The Power of One (2008)
Horn ‘OK’ Pleassss (2009)
Bommalattam (2008)
Paathshala (2010)
Rajneeti (2010)
Tum Milo Toh Sahi (2010)
It’s My Life (2011)

Hindi Movies As Director
Prahaar: The Final Attack (1991)

Play Back For Hindi Movies
Yeshwant (1991)
Wajood (1998)
Aanch (2003)

Serial(s)

Play(s)
Purush

Award(s):

National Film Award
Krantiveer (1995) National Film Award for Best Actor
Parinda (1990) National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor
Agni Sakshi (1997) National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor

Filmfare Award
Krantiveer (1995) Filmfare Best Actor Award
Parinda (1990) Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award
Angaar (1992) Filmfare Best Villain Award
Apaharan (2008) Filmfare Best Villain Award

Star Screen Awards
Krantiveer (1995) Star Screen Award Best Actor
Apaharan (2006) Star Screen Award Best Villain

Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards
Ab Tak Chhappan (2004) Bengal Film Journalists’ Association – Best Actor Award (Hindi)

Interview(s):

The one and only one…. Nana Patekar

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Release Year: 2016 (1^st January)
Genres: Drama
Rating: ★★★ ½
Censor: U
Duration: 130 min.
Studio/presenter: Zee Studios Presents, A Fincraft Media, Gajanan Chitra, Great Maratha Entertainment
Producers:  Vishwas Joshi, Nana Patekar
Executive  Producer: Vijay Shirke
Director: Mahesh Vaman Manjrekar
Writer: Kiran Yadnopavit, Abhijeet Deshpande
ScreenPlay: Mahesh Manjrekar, Abhijeet Deshpande, Kiran Yadnopavit
Dialogues: Kiran Yadnyopavit, Abhijeet Deshpande
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Movie: Aapla Manus
Director: Satish Rajwade
Cast: Nana Patekar, Irawati Harshe, Sumeet Raghavan

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Release Year: 2018 ( 09 February )
Genres: Drama
Rating:  ★★★
Censor: UA
Duration: 138 min.
Studio/presenter: Viacom 18 Motion Pictures, Ajay Devgn
Producers: Watergate Marathi Motion Pictures
Executive  Producer: Ashish Chauhan, Kanchan Marathe
Director: Satish Rajwade
Writer: Vivek Bele
ScreenPlay: Vivek Bele
Dialogues: Vivek Bele
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After receiving overwhelming response for the first look of their film ‘Aapla Manus‘, Viacom18 Motion Pictures & Ajay Devgn along with director Satish Rajwade launched the trailer of their film in presence of lead artistes of this film comprising of Nana Patekar, Sumeet Raghavan and Irawati Harshe. From the first look, this film gives an indication that it is a cinematic presentation of a Gujarathi and Hindi play of Paresh Rawal, the play itself is an adaptation of Marathi play ‘Katkone Trikon‘ , which had won several popular awards few years ago.

The trailer gives a glimpse about the lives of a young urban couple Rahul and Bhakti Gokhale, played by Sumeet Raghavan and Irawati Harshe and the complexity of the relationship with the father. The unexpected death of the father marks the entry of Senior investigating Inspector, Maruti Nagargoje, played by Nana Patekar into

their lives. Maruti Nagargoje turns their world upside down interrogating their beliefs about life and family.

‘Aapla Manus‘ film does have a stellar cast comprising of versatile artistes like Nana Patekar, Sumeet Raghavan & Irawati Harshe, who have worked under the captaincy of Satish Rajwade, which has raised expectations of the Marathi film lovers. For Nana Patekar his role in this film is a big challenge, after his superb performance in ‘Natasamrat‘.

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