10 Nana Patekar movies you need to watch ahead of 'Vanvaas’ release

Vanvaas is a forthcoming poignant family drama. Vanvaas, which Anil Sharma wrote, produced, and directed, will be released in theatres on December 20, 2024. Notable actors Nana Patekar, Simratt Kaur, and Utkarsh Sharma will play the main roles. However, until the film releases, here are some of Nana Patekar's films that are a must-watch.

Parinda: Nana Patekar plays Anna, the main antagonist in the crime thriller and a psychotic thug. His paranoia and unquenchable desire for power are what motivates his character.

Khamoshi: The Musical, which was directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is about Annie, the daughter of a deaf-mute couple. Annie's father, Joseph, is portrayed by Nana Patekar as a very sentimental and protective figure.

Agni: The plot of this film centres on Suraj (Jackie Shroff) and Shivangi (Manisha Koirala), a contented married couple whose lives take a turn for the worse when Shivangi's estranged husband, Vishwanath (Nana Patekar), reappears in her life.

Natsamrat: In the critically acclaimed Marathi film, Nana Patekar portrays Ganpatrao Apte, a well-known theatre performer who, after retiring, must face the heartbreaking reality of waning respect, loneliness, and renown.

Ghulam-E-Mustafa: Nana Patekar portrays Mustafa in the movie as a faithful goon of a strong criminal underworld don who is steadfast in his moral convictions. When Mustafa falls in love with Kavita (Raveena Tandon), his life changes drastically.

Aapla Manus combines elements of a thriller and family drama. In the movie, Nana Patekar portrays both Senior Inspector Maruti Nagargoje and the elderly Aba Gokhale.

Krantiveer: In the social-action drama, Nana Patekar plays Pratap Narayan Tilak, a rebellious and carefree man who turns into a ferocious protector of justice after witnessing the injustices, intercommunal conflict, and corruption that permeate society.

Tiranga: In this patriotic-action drama, Nana Patekar portrays Inspector Shivajirao Wagle, a gruff, no-nonsense police officer with a keen mind. This film is one of the highlights of Nana's filmography.

Ab Tak Chhappan: Nana Patekar portrayed Mumbai Encounter Squad Inspector Sadhu Agashe in Ab Tak Chhappan, who is infamous for having killed 56 individuals in police encounters. He applied his intensity. He brought his intensity and sheer seriousness to this role and truly delivered a top-notch performance.

Prahaar: The Final Attack: This Nana Patekar's film centres on his character, Major Pratap Chauhan, a highly accomplished Indian Army soldier. Witnessing the inactivity and apathy of bystanders in the face of crime and corruption transforms his life.