Nana Patekar Dies at 75: Welcome, Krantiveer, Agni Sakshi, & 7 Best Films That Defined His Five Decade Long Career

Nana Patekar left for his heavenly abode on Oct. 8, leaving the entire film industry and cinephiles in deep shock. The legendary actor, who had a five-decade-long acting career, now leaves a legacy behind. Vishwanath Gajanan Patekar, aka Nana, passed away this morning at the age of 75, after a cardiac arrest at his home in Goa. Amid controversies and felicitations, he made his own mark in the film fraternity through his unforgettable characters, intense performances, and seamless ability to transit between genres like drama, crime, comedy, and socially charged cinema. 

Here’s a roundup of Nana Patekar’s best films that you can binge-watch while remembering the veteran actor.

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Nana Patekar Passes Away: Best Films to Watch on OTT

1. Welcome 

Nana Patekar proved that his intense personality could translate brilliantly into comedy. In Welcome, he played Uday Shetty, a short-tempered gangster desperate to find a respectable family for his sister. Comedy genre lovers can watch it on JioHotstar.

2. Agni Sakshi

In Agni Sakshi, Patekar took on one of his darkest roles. He portrayed an obsessive and abusive husband whose behaviour becomes increasingly disturbing. Available to watch on ZEE5 and Prime Video, the film remains an important entry in Patekar’s impressive body of work.

3. Krantiveer

Krantiveer remains one of Nana Patekar’s defining performances. He played Pratap, a troubled and directionless man who eventually decides to stand against injustice. The actor brought immense anger, emotion, and conviction to the character. Log in to Zee5 and Prime Video.

4. Parinda

Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s “Parinda” follows the saga of two brothers entangled in the Bombay underworld, where the man in charge is Anna Seth. Nana plays Anna with menace. The performance earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor and became the template for the Hindi screen gangster. The film is available to watch on Prime Video.

5. Ab Tak Chhappan 

Ab Tak Chhappan is a must-watch. Patekar played Sadhu Agashe, a tough and emotionally guarded Mumbai police officer known for his work as an encounter specialist. Fans of crime thrillers can watch it on Prime Video.

6. Prahaar: The Final Attack

Nana directed Prahaar and cast himself as Major Pratap Chauhan, a soldier who runs a cadet training camp. Nana plays the Major as furious and upright, with a flicker of bewilderment underneath. The film is available on YouTube.

7. Natsamrat

In the Marathi drama, Patekar played Ganpatrao Belwalkar, a celebrated stage actor whose life changes dramatically after retirement. He won the Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male) for the film at the Filmfare Awards. The film is available to watch on Prime Video.

8. Apaharan

In Prakash Jha’s political crime drama, Patekar played Tabrez Alam, a powerful and morally complex figure. The role earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Villain. Released in 2005, the movie buffs can binge-watch it on Prime Video.

9. Raajneeti

Patekar essayed the role of Brij Gopal, a seasoned politician inspired in part by real-world political figures. His restrained performance stood out in Prakash Jha’s political drama. Released in 2010, those who missed it can be binge-watched on Prime Video.

10. Khamoshi: The Musical

One of his early notable performances came in Mira Nair’s acclaimed film, where he played Baba. The film was an important milestone in Patekar’s rise as a serious performer. Released in 1996, the film is available on Prime Video.