The Economic Times

Why Nana Patekar walked away from Bollywood fame and chose rural life in Maharashtra's village. 'I am not from the industry'

Nana Patekar had a successful Bollywood career, but over the years he grew increasingly drawn to village life and the struggles of Maharashtras farmers. A television report on farmer suicides changed how he wanted to use his money, eventually leading him to co-found the NAAM Foundation with Makarand Anaspure. From drought-hit villages to water conservation, the actor found a sense of purpose away from cinemas glamour.