Shah Rukh Khan has remembered veteran actor Nana Patekar following his death at the age of 75. The superstar shared a deeply personal note on social media, recalling his first meeting with Nana and how the veteran actor never hesitated to tell him what he needed to hear. Calling him a mentor, teacher, critic and friend, SRK also remembered their carrom games, conversations and Nana’s unique way of showing affection. The actor said he loved Nana and would carry his words in his heart forever. Nana passed away on Thursday after suffering a cardiac arrest at his Goa residence.
Shah Rukh Khan Recalls First Meeting With Nana Patekar
Shah Rukh Khan recalled that when he first met Nana, he was overwhelmed and awkward. He remembered fiddling with his hair out of awe, only for Nana to slap his hand away and tell him not to style his hair like a hero because he was an actor.
The Bollywood superstar said Nana never flattered people or told them what they wanted to hear. Instead, he was someone who said what people needed to hear. SRK described him as straightforward, rough and honest, while also remembering his beautiful smile.
The King actor also spoke about Nana’s unusual way of showing affection. According to him, Nana would often shout first, but after a few insults, one would realise that the veteran actor was actually showing love. He said Nana loved him and that feeling was mutual.
