When Nana Patekar said he would've joined the underworld if not for his acting career: 'I was too violent'
, known for his intense screen presence and fearless personality, had once made a startling confession about his past during an interview. Reflecting on his journey, Nana admitted that had he not pursued a career in acting, his violent temper might have led him into the underworld.
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"People were scared of me. I was too violent. I didn't speak much; I let my actions do the talking," Nana revealed during an earlier interview with
Kannan, adding that although he is mild now, he still reacts physically when triggered. 'If I had not become an actor, I would have been in the underworld. I am extremely serious about this,' he said candidly, offering a rare glimpse into his tumultuous early life.
The actor also recalled a widely reported incident on the sets of his film 'Vanvaas', when he slapped a fan attempting to take a selfie during shooting in Varanasi.
The moment, captured on camera, quickly went viral. Although Nana later apologised, the event reignited discussions about his notorious temper.
'Vanvaas', directed by
and also starring
hit the theatres on December 20, 2024.
On the work front, the talented actor has several highly awaited projects in the pipeline. 'Fakira', 'Housefull 5', 'The Confession', and the TV series 'Laal Batti' are some among his most awaited projects.
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