Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 director Anees Bazmee reveals Nana Patekar initially didn’t want to hear Welcome script; ‘Tum apni maa ki kasam khao…’

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 director Anees Bazmee reveals Nana Patekar initially didn't want to hear Welcome script; 'Tum apni maa ki kasam khao...'

As a devoted admirer of the thespian that is Nana Patekar, I have been utterly captivated by his transformative acting prowess throughout my cinematic journey. The tale of his initial reluctance towards Anees Bazmee’s Welcome and the intriguing demand to swear on one’s mother to affirm the film’s merit is a testament to the profound impact that Patekar holds in Bollywood.


From morning, it’s not decided if I want a potato or just half a one! Remember this humorous line from Nana Patekar in Anees Bazmee’s 2007 film, Welcome? This dialogue undeniably added to the iconic status of Uday Shetty, his character. Who else could have played this role better than him? As for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, director Anees Bazmee shared that Patekar initially refused to read the script of Welcome. The actor demanded that Bazmee swear on his mother before deciding whether he should take up the film or not!

In a recent chat with The Lallantop, filmmaker Anees Bazmee opened up about the process of casting Nana Patekar for the movie “Welcome”.

The filmmaker admitted, “He hadn’t prepared to listen to the story.” Recalling the actor’s words, Bazmee stated, “I don’t wish to hear this tale, Anees. You swear on your mother and tell me if I should participate in it or not.

In regards to Nana Patekar, the director of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 publicly declared his admiration for the man’s exceptional acting abilities. Furthermore, Bazmee highly commended Patekar by stating that he is a remarkable actor, contrary to rumors suggesting he may be challenging to collaborate with.

In the past, the director of Welcome had hoped to work together with the Krantiveer actor. Bazmee admitted that he had always envisioned Patekar as Uday Shetty. Although the well-known actor hadn’t ventured into comedy roles before, the filmmaker was confident that he would redefine comedy for many people.

In Welcome, Anees Bazmee noted that Nana Patekar approached his comedic role with an unwavering sincerity. Bazmee added that during their conversation about the storyline, which lasted around three hours, Patekar ultimately expressed great enthusiasm and satisfaction with the script.

In simpler terms, Bazmee explained that the actor from Welcome showed strong emotions and even gave him a warm embrace. Later on, Patekar consented to be part of the 2007 movie and requested the director to shape him according to his preferred style.

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2024-10-15 22:22