Throughout his career, Nana Patekar carved a special place in the hearts of audiences with his unforgettable performances. He established himself in both Hindi and Marathi cinema, and viewers continue to remember his contributions to the film industry. According to reports, the actor was expected to appear in the premiere episode of Kon Honaar Crorepati.
Nana Patekar Was Invited to Madhuri Dixit’s Kon Honaar Crorepati
Nana Patekar was reportedly scheduled to appear on Kon Honaar Crorepati, where he would have shared the stage with Madhuri Dixit. The two actors had previously worked together in the film VAZHUD, which was released in 1998. Their appearance on the reality show would have brought them together on the same platform once again, giving audiences an opportunity to see the pair together on screen.
Fans were eagerly anticipating their reunion, and Nana Patekar was expected to feature in the show's first episode. Preparations for the shoot had reportedly progressed to the point where the shooting schedule had also been decided.
However, Nana Patekar reportedly died on October 8, 2026, at the age of 75. Following his death, the shooting plans for Kon Honaar Crorepati were changed. Actress Sonali Bendre will now appear as the guest in the show's first episode in his place.
Several promotional videos of Kon Honaar Crorepati have been circulating on social media. Through the show, Madhuri Dixit and Sonali Bendre will appear together for the first time. Despite their careers in the film industry, the two actresses have never worked together in a film on the big screen.
During the programme, Madhuri Dixit and Sonali Bendre discussed their film careers, movies and personal lives. For Madhuri Dixit, sharing the screen with Sonali Bendre was a special moment, as she pointed out that they had never previously worked together in a film.
Madhuri Dixit's Kon Honaar Crorepati premiered on October 12. Viewers can watch subsequent episodes of the show on Sony LIV. The change in the premiere episode's guest lineup follows the reported death of Nana Patekar, who had been expected to reunite with Madhuri Dixit on the television platform.
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