Nana Patekar played encounter specialist Sadhu Agashe. His acting remains the main strength of this movie. He naturally showed the pressure, personal vengeance, and moral conflicts of a police officer. He won critical acclaim as Best Actor for this film.
Apaharan – 2005
The makers set this film against the backdrop of politics and the kidnapping mafia. Nana Patekar appeared as Tabrez Alam. He stood out as a special attraction with his cold and calculating performance as a politician. He received the Filmfare Best Villain Award for this role.
Salaam Bombay! – 1988
Mira Nair directed this film. Nana Patekar showed his acting potential very early in his career through this role. The film also received international praise.