Neelkanti Patekar and Malhar Open Up on Life and Relationships Following Nana Patekar’s Passing

Veteran actor Nana Patekar built an iconic legacy across Marathi and Bollywood cinema, earning immense professional success. However, his personal life was marked by several challenges. Notably, Nana and his wife, Neelkanti Patekar, lived separately for 35 years though they never legally divorced. Following the veteran actor’s passing, old interviews and statements concerning their unique family dynamic have resurfaced online.

Neelkanti Patekar’s Perspective on Acceptance

Despite spending decades apart, Neelkanti was rarely seen publicly with the actor, while Nana was frequently seen alongside their son, Malhar Patekar. Addressing life and their journey in an earlier statement that has since gone viral, Neelkanti remarked:

“Whatever is there and whatever is, accept it and move on. But when you look back, you can see that.”

Following the news of Nana Patekar’s death, Neelkanti shared an emotional and poignant tribute on Facebook, writing simply:

“One word… Silence…”

Malhar Patekar Clarifies Family Dynamics

Weighing in on the discussions surrounding his parents’ 38-to-39-year marriage and long-term separation, their son Malhar Patekar emphasized that outsiders often misunderstand complex family situations.

“My parents’ relationship lasted for almost 38-39 years. Even after their separation, they maintained a good relationship. The family’s situation is not what it looks from the outside, it can be different… It is wrong to draw conclusions about relationships from what is going viral on social media,” Malhar stated.