Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, Writer, Philanthropist, Filmmaker |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 01/01/1951 |
| Age | 75 years |
| Birthplace | Murud-Janjira, Bombay State (now, Maharashtra), India |
Latest News about Nana Patekar
13/02/2026
Nana Patekar made a major comeback in Vishal Bhardwaj's action-thriller 'O' Romeo', released on February 13, 2026, after a brief hiatus from mainstream commercial cinema. The film features a massive ensemble cast including Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Vikrant Massey, and Disha Patani, with Patekar playing a significant role in the cinematic spectacle.
01/01/2026
Nana Patekar celebrated his 75th birthday on January 1, 2026, continuing his active presence in the Indian film industry. Born on January 1, 1951, the veteran actor remains a prominent figure in Bollywood and Marathi cinema, known for his powerful performances and philanthropic work.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Vishwanath Patekar |
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| Nickname | Nana |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 7" (170 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt & Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| College/Institute | Sir J.J Institute of Applied Arts, Mumbai |
| Educational Qualification | A Commercial Arts diploma from J J School of Arts |
Personal Life
| Religion | Agnostic |
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| Caste/Ethnicity | Marathi |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Address | 304 Sheetal, Apna Ghar Society, Samarth Nagar, Andheri, Mumbai |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Separated |
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| Marriage Date | 1978 |
Family
| Father | Gajanand Patekar (Businessman) |
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| Mother | Nirmala Patekar (Homemaker) |
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| Spouse | Neelakanthi Patekar (a former Bank Officer) |
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Career
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| Military Service | Joined the Territorial Army as a Captain in 1988 |
Favourites
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| Restaurant | April Rain in Pune |
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| Song | Itni shakti hame dena daata, man ka vishwas kamjor ho na from the film Ankush (1986) |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He quit smoking at the age of 56. | |
| 2. He consumes alcohol. | |
| 3. He began his acting career at the age of 5. | |
| 4. Before pursuing acting, he worked various odd jobs. | |
| 5. He experienced the loss of close family members early in life. | |
| 6. He has contributed to playback singing in movies. | |
| 7. He established the Naam Foundation to support farmers. | |
| 8. He is recognized for his humility and charitable work. |