9 best Nana Patekar and Paresh Rawal movies that’ll ‘Welcome’ you with wholesome entertainment

• Cast: Nana Patekar, Paresh Rawal, Akshay Kumar, Anil Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Feroz Khan
• IMDB Rating: 7.1/10
• Release year: 2007
• Director: Anees Bazmee
• Genre: Comedy, Drama
• Where to watch: JioCinema, Amazon Prime Video

1. In the movie “Welcome”, we encounter two rough characters who aim to arrange their sister’s wedding with Rajiv, a member of a distinguished family. However, when Rajiv’s uncle declines the match, a string of amusing incidents unfolds. This film featuring Nana Patekar and Paresh Rawal is among their best collaborations. The audience appreciated it greatly.

• Cast: Ajay Devgn, Parineeti Chopra, Arshad Warsi, Tusshar Kapoor, Tabu, Kunal Kemmu, Nana Patekar, Paresh Rawal, Shreyas Talpade
• IMDB Rating: 5/10
• Release year: 2017
• Director: Rohit Shetty
• Genre: Comedy, Action
• Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar

1. In Rohit Shetty’s movie, a group of five men who were raised in the same orphanage reunite to pay their respects at the funeral of their mentor. Unexpectedly, they encounter the spirit of a childhood friend named Khushi and aid her in achieving redemption. The production companies behind this film include Rohit Shetty Pictures, Mangal Murti Films, and Reliance Entertainment.

• Cast: Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Suniel Shetty, Bipasha Basu, Rajpal Yadav, Nana Patekar
• Director: Neeraj Vora
• IMDB Rating: 7.3/10
• Movie Genre: Comedy, Thriller 
• Release year: 2006
• Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video 

1. In the movie Phir Hera Pheri, an unexpected turn of events dramatically alters the lives of characters Raju, Shyam, and Baburao as they fall victim to a con artist. With no other choice, they must devise a new strategy to settle the debt owed to a fearsome criminal who had lent them money in Phir Hera Pheri.

• Cast: Anil Kapoor, Shruti Haasan, Nana Patekar, Paresh Rawal, Naseeruddin Shah, Ankita Shrivastava
• IMDB Rating: 4.3/10
• Release year: 2015
• Director: Anees Bazmee
• Genre: Comedy, Crime
• Where to watch: JioCinema, ZEE5

In the movie “Welcome Back,” Majnu and Uday Shetty decide to leave their criminal past behind as they face the challenge of finding a worthy husband for their sister. At the same time, they pursue their feelings for Chandani, a new love interest in their lives.

• Cast: Nana Patekar, Dimple Kapadia, Mehul Kumar, Mamta Kulkarni, Paresh Rawal
• IMDB Rating: 7.4/10
• Release year: 1994
• Director: Mehul Kumar
• Genre: Action, Thriller
• Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, ZEE5

In the film Krantiveer, Nana Patekar portrayed the character of Pratap Narayan Tilak. Abandoned by his family as a child, this man found himself in a rural community ruled by criminal elements and influential politicians. Idle, addicted to alcohol, and jobless, he was swayed by a dedicated journalist residing among them.

• Cast: Nana Patekar, Kunal Kapoor, Rimi Sen, Danny Denzonpa, Paresh Rawal 
• IMDB Rating: 4.3
• Release year: 2007 
• Director: Milan Luthria
• Genre: Sport, Comedy
• Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video 

1. “Hattrick” is a film that blends sports, comedy, and drama, directed by Milan Luthria. In this movie, Nana Patekar portrays a doctor with poor bedside manner. The story primarily focuses on cricket. Saby is an ardent cricket fan, while Kashmira has little interest in sports. Saby eagerly watches every India match with unyielding passion. However, Kashmira becomes increasingly isolated and irrational, eventually feeling neglected and unwanted.

• Cast: Paresh Rawal, Nana Patekar, Shreyas Talpade, Om Puri, Asrani
• IMDB Rating: 4.3/10
• Release year: 2012
• Director: Priyadarshan
• Genre: Comedy, Drama
• Where to watch: YouTube

As a lifestyle expert, I’d say: In the comedic masterpiece Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal, directed by the talented Priyadarshan, I had the pleasure of portraying Sam, a character that Nana Patekar brought to life brilliantly. Despite the film receiving a mix of reviews, Nana’s performance was truly exceptional, as was Paresh Rawal’s (Peter Gonzalves) in his role.

1. In the film, Johnny (played by Shreyas Talpade), who lacks particular skills, is frequently tricked by villagers. He harbors feelings for Maria (Nyra Banerjee) but is consistently harassed by her brothers. However, the character Sam enters the story, acting as a helpful figure to Johnny’s family.

• Cast: Nana Patekar, Paresh Rawal, Ayesha Jhulka, Suchindra Bali, Nirmal Pandey, Poonam Jhawer
• IMDB Rating: 5.5/10
• Release year: 2003
• Director: Rajesh Kumar Singh
• Genre: Romance, Drama
• Where to watch: YouTube

1. In the town of Aanch, Diwaker and Vidya were unwillingly united in matrimony without prior acquaintance. Their lives took an unexpected turn as they were compelled to flee due to a violent shootout in their village, only discovering each other afterward during their escape.

• Cast: Nana Patekar, Paresh Rawal, Raveena Tandon, Ravi Behl, Ashwin Kaushal
• IMDB Rating: 6.7/10
• Release year: 1997
• Director: Partho Ghosh
• Genre: Action, Drama
• Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Musthafa (played by Nana Patekar) is a hired gun. Tragically, his wife Kavita is killed accidentally by enemies. Despite his efforts to leave the criminal life behind, his past inevitably returns to haunt him.