Shah Rukh Khan shared a heartfelt tribute to veteran actor Nana Patekar, who passed away on Thursday at the age of 75 following a cardiac arrest. The two icons famously collaborated early in Shah Rukh Khan’s career on Aziz Mirza’s 1992 romantic comedy Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman, a project that laid the foundation for their decades-long bond.
Reflecting on their time together, Shah Rukh Khan described Nana Patekar as a crucial mentor, critic, and friend who offered invaluable guidance during his formative years in the film industry. He fondly recalled a specific piece of advice from Patekar that shaped his approach to cinema, warning him never to lose the actor within in the quest of becoming a hero. The duo also shared the screen in the 2002 film Shakti: The Power, cementing a lasting artistic connection that the actor continues to cherish.
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