Nana Patekar has come to the defense of his Welcome co-star Akshay Kumar, dismissing criticism of Kumar’s habit of reading lines off a board during shoots. Patekar shared his thoughts in an interview with The Lallantop, stating that every actor has their own style and preferences.
Nana Patekar DEFENDS Akshay Kumar’s acting style, compares him to Marlon Brando: “He needs a board to read. But how is it a problem?”
Nana Patekar Praises Akshay Kumar’s Versatility
“Everybody has their own style and preferences,” Nana said. “For me, I don’t look at the screen; for him, he needs a board to read. But how is it a problem? At the end of the day, it is difficult to read and emote at the same time. It is something I can’t do, and he is a great actor.”
The two actors previously worked together in the beloved Welcome franchise.
Marlon Brando Reference Strengthens Argument
To underline his point, Nana Patekar cited the example of Hollywood legend Marlon Brando. “In the film Last Tango in Paris, Marlon Brando was shooting for an intimate scene and couldn’t remember his lines. What he did was, he wrote his lines on the back of his co-star and read it aloud. Today, it is regarded as one of the best scenes of all time,” Nana explained.
He added, “People say, ‘What chemistry he had, the way he was looking into his co-star’s eyes…’ In reality, he was only reading. It’s all about one’s style and preference.”
Akshay Kumar and the Future of the Welcome Franchise
While Nana Patekar will not appear in the upcoming Welcome 3, Akshay Kumar is reprising his role. The new installment boasts an ensemble cast, including Disha Patani, Raveena Tandon, Sanjay Dutt, and others.
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