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Welcome 4 in scripting; Paresh Rawal, Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar to reunite

Welcome 4 in scripting; Paresh Rawal, Anil Kapoor and Nana Patekar to reunite

A laugh riot is exactly what cinemas need, and producer Firoz A Nadiadwala seems ready to deliver just that. His upcoming film Welcome to the Jungle — the third instalment in the Welcome franchise — is scheduled to hit theatres on June 26. While the multi-starrer is nearing completion, with just one song left to shoot, the producer has already begun work on the fourth instalment. Paresh Rawal as Dr Ghungroo, Nana Patekar as Uday Shetty and Anil Kapoor as Majnu Bhai What’s more exciting is that the characters Uday Shetty, Majnu Bhai, and Dr Ghungroo — crowd favourites since Welcome (2007) and Welcome Back (2015) — will return in the fourth edition. “Firoz and his team of writers have been writing the script for Welcome 4. It is in the advanced stages now,” informs a source close to the production, which will see the return of Nana Patekar, Anil Kapoor, and Paresh Rawal. Interestingly, Rawal will also feature in Welcome to the Jungle, but “he [will not] play Dr Ghungroo but a different character.” …

Sankalp trailer: Nana Patekar is a master strategist in saga of power struggle from Prakash Jha

Sankalp trailer: Nana Patekar is a master strategist in saga of power struggle from Prakash Jha

Filmmaker Prakash Jha is coming up with a new socio-political thriller, Sankalp, which stars Nana Patekar, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Sanjay Kapoor, Neeraj Kabi, Kubrra Sait, and Kranti Prakash Jha, amongst others. The trailer for the show was unveiled on Thursday. Sankalp teaser: Nana Patekar stars in the political drama. Sankalp teaser out On Thursday, the show’s trailer was unveiled. As per the makers, Sankalp dives into the “mechanics of power, revenge, ideological war, protege, politics, corruption and bureaucracy in modern India.” Anchored in the thematic triad of Sanskaar, Satta, Samarpan, the teaser introduces “Nana Patekar as Ma’at Saab, a commanding master strategist whose presence dominates every frame. Standing in ideological opposition are Sanjay Kapoor and Neeraj Kabi, their friction hinting at an imminent power struggle.” Adding to the intrigue, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub portrays a fiercely loyal disciple, bound to his guru Ma’at Saab by an allegiance that runs deeper than it appears, read a press note. Nana Patekar makes OTT debut Speaking about his OTT debut, Nana Patekar shared, “Playing Ma’at saab has been a …

Nana Patekar Enters A Ruthless Game Of Power In Prakash Jha’s Political Thriller

Nana Patekar Enters A Ruthless Game Of Power In Prakash Jha’s Political Thriller

Sankalp Trailer Out ( Photo Credit – Amazon MX Player ) Veteran actor Nana Patekar is gearing up for his OTT debut with the upcoming socio-political thriller Sankalp. The series marks his return to a powerful, character-driven role after his last big-screen outing. Backed by Jio Studios and PJP Films, the show draws inspiration from the ancient Chanakya–Chandragupta chronicles and promises a gripping story rooted in power, politics, and ideology. The series will stream for free on Amazon MX Player starting March 11. The makers and streaming platform, Amazon MX Player, have unveiled the intense trailer of Sankalp, offering a glimpse into a world shaped by three defining forces: Sanskaar, Satta, and Samarpan. The trailer introduces Nana Patekar as Ma’at Saab, a commanding educator who holds immense influence in political circles. Directed and produced by National Award–winning filmmaker Prakash Jha, the series appears to dive deep into the dynamics of power, loyalty, and ambition. Sankalp Trailer: A Mentor, A Disciple & A Dangerous Power Struggle Set between the political nerve centers, the story introduces Ma’at …

‘Nana Patekar hated me on sight’: India’s first Fair & Lovely girl quit acting at her peak, vanished from films and TV overnight | Bollywood News

‘Nana Patekar hated me on sight’: India’s first Fair & Lovely girl quit acting at her peak, vanished from films and TV overnight | Bollywood News

Some acting journeys begin with auditions and ambition. Neesha Singh’s began in a college canteen. In the world of 1980s and 90s, Neesha Singh was a face that sold everything from premium soap to sophisticated urban drama. She was the South Bombay girl, the accidental star who walked away from the peak of fame for a quiet life in Singapore and Delhi. Today, she is remembered for her work in films like Bazaar and Ankush, television staples like Buniyaad, and later A Mouthful of Sky, India’s first English-language TV series. But her journey into acting was never planned, it unfolded almost accidentally. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO Born into a Sikh family and raised in posh Malabar Hill, acting was never on the radar. Accidental ‘Fair & Lovely’ girl Her first break came by chance, when someone approached her in a college canteen for a video test for a Hindustan Lever campaign. Directed by the legendary Alyque Padamsee, it was the launch of Fair & Lovely. “I said my family will not allow me to model, …

Vishal Bhardwaj reveals why he didn’t work with Nana Patekar despite knowing him for over two decades: ‘Everyone is very scared of him’ | Bollywood News

Vishal Bhardwaj reveals why he didn’t work with Nana Patekar despite knowing him for over two decades: ‘Everyone is very scared of him’ | Bollywood News

3 min readMumbaiFeb 15, 2026 12:16 PM IST Romantic action-drama O Romeo released on February 13 to mixed reviews. Recently, actors Shahid Kapoor, Triptii Dimri, Avinash Tiwary, Farida Jalal, and director Vishal Bhardwaj appeared on The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 4 to promote the film. O Romeo also features Nana Patekar in a pivotal role. During the conversation, Vishal talked about collaborating with Nana for the first time in O Romeo. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO When host Kapil Sharma asked Vishal why he had not collaborated with Nana earlier, despite having known him for over two decades, the filmmaker replied, “Actually, it’s my mistake. I had never taken a role like this to him before. Everyone is very scared of Nana Patekar, even though he is a very soft-hearted person. Nana has been quite upset with me over not working with him. He would catch me anywhere and remind me that he is Nana Patekar, an actor, and ask when I will cast him. I used to find it very embarrassing, but finally we …

Nana Patekar Shot an Intense Action Sequence for O’Romeo With High Fever, Reveals Vishal Bhardwaj

Nana Patekar Shot an Intense Action Sequence for O’Romeo With High Fever, Reveals Vishal Bhardwaj

The release date of Vishal Bharadwaj and Shahid Kapoor’s O’Romeo is inching closer. Besides Shahid, it features an ensemble cast of Farida Jalal, Triptii Dimri, Nana Patekar and Avinash Tiwari among others. Adding to the growing anticipation, Bhardwaj has revealed a powerful behind-the-scenes moment that highlights Patekar’s commitment to his craft. Speaking about a high-octane action sequence shot on a train set, the director revealed that the veteran actor continued filming despite suffering from a high fever of 102 degrees. Recalling the incident, Bhardwaj said, “Suddenly, while we were shooting this action sequence in the train, I got to know that Nana Sir was unwell and had a 102-degree fever. We immediately called the doctor, who said he would give an injection but advised that Nana Sir should not shoot. He added, “But Nana Sir, being Nana Patekar, said, ‘No, I am not going back. I want to shoot. I want to complete this sequence. I can’t take this on my head ki mere wajah se shooting cancel hui.’ (I can’t take this on my …

Shahid Kapoor charges SHOCKING amount of Rs…; Triptii Dimri, Nana Patekar and Tamannaah Bhatia take home…

Shahid Kapoor charges SHOCKING amount of Rs…; Triptii Dimri, Nana Patekar and Tamannaah Bhatia take home…

Shahid Kapoor’s fees for O’Romeo The actor, who plays the lead in Vishal Bhardwaj’s directorial O’Romeo, has reportedly charged a whopping amount of Rs 45 crore for the film. He is the highest-paid actor in the film industry. Shahid plays the role of Hussain Ustara. Triptii Dimri’s pay cheque for O’Romeo Triptii, who plays Afsha in the romantic movie, has reportedly earned Rs 6 crore for her role. The actress, who is a few films old, is one of the highest paid actors in the films. Avinash Tiwary’s fees for O’Romeo The actor is set to essay the role of Jalal, a ruthless antagonist. Avinash charged Rs 7 crore for his role. Tamannaah Bhatia’s fees for O’Romeo Tamannaah, who plays a pivotal role in the movie, has taken a whopping amount. The actress earned Rs 7 crore for her role. Details of her character have been kept underways. Disha Patani’s fees for O’Romeo Disha plays the role of Julie and a dancer. She has taken Rs 2 crore for her role. Nana Patekar’s pay cheque …

Nana Patekar walks out of O’Romeo trailer launch event as Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri…

Nana Patekar walks out of O’Romeo trailer launch event as Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri…

Nana Patekar walks out of O’Romeo trailer launch event as Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri… Home News and Gossip Nana Patekar walks out of O’Romeo trailer launch event as Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri… Nana Patekar left the O’Romeo trailer launch event after waiting nearly for 1.5 hours. Here is the reason behind his leaving the event. Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri starrer O’Romeo’s trailer has been out. The trailer launch event of the movie was held in Mumbai on Wednesday. The event reportedly saw some chaos. But what caught the attention was Nana Patekar left the trailer launch even before it was unveiled. The actor arrived at the event on time but reportedly walked out after the lead actors arrived late. Patekar reached the venue at 12 pm while Shahid and Triptti arrived at 1:30 pm after launching the movie poster in nearby cinema. He was reportedly frustrated with waiting for nearly an hour and half, Nana chose …

Vishal Bhardwaj calls 75-year-old Nana Patekar ‘school bully’ as he leaves O Romeo event after waiting for 1 hour

Vishal Bhardwaj calls 75-year-old Nana Patekar ‘school bully’ as he leaves O Romeo event after waiting for 1 hour

Filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj has spoken about why actor Nana Patekar left the trailer launch event of their upcoming film O’ Romeo. In a video shared by news agency PTI on X (formerly Twitter), Vishal compared Nana Patekar to a “school bully” as the actor exited the venue after waiting for over an hour. Vishal Bhardwaj talked about Nana Patekar at the O Romeo trailer launch event. Vishal Bhardwaj reveals why Nana Patekar left O Romeo event In the video, Vishal said, “Nana yaha se chale gaye hai, phir bhi unke liye bolna chahiye. Nana jo hai unke andar ek badmash school ka baccha hota hai na jaese class mein jo bully karta hai sabko, jo sabse zada entertain karta hai aur jiske saath sab rehna chahte hai. Toh Nana k andar woh hai (Nana has left, but I still want to talk about him. In a class, we’ve often had someone who is naughty, who bullies other kids, but also entertains, and yet everyone wants to be around him. So, Nana is that person).” What …

Vishal Bhardwaj Reacts To Nana Patekar Abruptly Leaving O Romeo Event Due To Delay | Bollywood News

Vishal Bhardwaj Reacts To Nana Patekar Abruptly Leaving O Romeo Event Due To Delay | Bollywood News

Last Updated:January 21, 2026, 16:40 IST Vishal Bhardwaj reacts to Nana Patekar leaving the O Romeo trailer event due to lead actors, Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri,arriving late. Vishal Bhardwaj reacts to Nana Patekar leaving the O Romeo trailer event. The official trailer of O Romeo was launched in a grand event in Mumbai on 21st January 2025, just weeks before the movie’s release on February 13. Today,  Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, along with Nana Patekar, were supposed to attend the event hosted in Mumbai, but Patekar left the venue abruptly. Later, Vishal Bhardwaj revealed that the reason behind the veteran actor walking out before the trailer launch was that the lead actors arrived at the event late. Senior actor Nana Patekar attended the O Romeo trailer launch event in Mumbai, but as per Sam The Bestest, Nana reached the venue around 12 PM, while Triptii and Shahid arrived around 1:30 PM, and the veteran actor left disappointed with the delay. Frustrated by the nearly an hour and a half wait, Nana Patekar decided …