Smriti Irani Remembers Nana Patekar With A Heartwarming Video Of Him Cooking Fish For Her

Nana Patekar was known for his powerful screen presence and memorable performances, but his friends and colleagues also remember the quieter, more personal side of the actor. Following his death on Thursday morning, Smriti Irani shared one such memory, remembering Patekar as “Dada” and recalling the warmth he brought to their friendship. Scroll down to know more.

Smriti Irani Remembers Nana Patekar With A Throwback Video

Taking to Instagram, Irani shared a video of Nana Patekar cooking fish for her, accompanied by a heartfelt note about their bond. Rather than remembering him through his films or public life, she chose to revisit the small moments that made their friendship special.

Irani began by recalling the name she used for Patekar: “Dada”. She remembered how his calls would often come without warning. He would simply call and ask, “Kahan hai re?” before beginning a conversation.

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She also reflected on how the two rarely took photographs together, making the memories they shared all the more personal. Among the moments she holds particularly close is the one captured in the video, with Patekar in the kitchen, preparing fish for her.

The video offers a glimpse of a side of the actor that audiences rarely saw. Away from film sets and the spotlight, Patekar was known among friends for his love of cooking and feeding people. For Irani, watching him cook was not simply about the food but also about the affection and familiarity behind the gesture.

Ashish Vidyarthi Also Shared A Video Of Nana Patekar Cooking

Another glimpse into Patekar’s cooking skills came from actor and food blogger Ashish Vidyarthi, who shared a video last year of the veteran actor preparing an omelette. In the clip, Patekar used an unusual method to flip it. Instead of turning it with a spatula, he slid the omelette onto a plate, flipped the plate over the pan and let it fall back in with the uncooked side facing down. The simple trick worked, leaving Vidyarthi impressed by Patekar’s practical approach in the kitchen.

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While Patekar will be remembered for his work on screen, memories like these offer a glimpse into the man his friends knew away from the cameras. For Smriti Irani, a surprise phone call, being called “Dada” and a plate of fish cooked by him remain among the moments that make his memory deeply personal.

We all miss Nana Patekar and will forever celebrate the legacy he left behind.

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