Archive · 8 Oct 2026
Ashwin Chitale Recalls Nana Patekar’s Kindness on Taxi No. 9211
Ashwin Chitale worked with Nana Patekar when he was 11 years old.
At first, Chitale thought Patekar might be scary because of what he had seen and heard.
But Patekar was kind to him on the film set.
When Chitale said he felt cold, Patekar arranged a vanity van for him the next day.
He also checked that Chitale was comfortable and had eaten.
Chitale remembers that Patekar took his acting work seriously, too.
He says the experience taught him to be considerate toward other people.
Chitale hopes Patekar is at peace.
Ashwin Chitale said he was 11 when he worked with Nana Patekar on Taxi No. 9211, his first Hindi film.
Chitale recalled that after he mentioned feeling cold during a scene, Patekar arranged a vanity van for him the next day.
He said Patekar checked whether he was comfortable, had eaten, or was facing difficulties on set.
Chitale remembered Patekar as both demanding about the work and considerate toward colleagues.
Chitale said Patekar’s kindness and philosophical outlook remain lessons for him, and wished him peace.
- Who
- Actor Ashwin Chitale recalled his experience working with Nana Patekar.
- What
- Chitale described Patekar’s kindness toward him and the contrasting sides he observed on set.
- When
- While filming Taxi No. 9211, when Chitale was 11; the interview date is not stated.
- Where
- On the set of Taxi No. 9211; the location is not stated.
- Why
- Chitale shared memories of Patekar and lessons he took from their time working together.
Discipline and intensity
Kindness and consideration
Patekar’s manner on set
Discipline and intensity
Chitale recalled an intimidating side to Patekar, who took the work seriously and helped ensure scenes were done properly.
Kindness and consideration
Chitale also described Patekar as kind and attentive, checking on his comfort and arranging a vanity van for him.
- Film
- Taxi No. 9211
- Chitale’s age during filming
- 11
- Chitale’s role in the film
- It was his second film and first Hindi film.
- Earlier film
- Aga Bai Arrecha was Chitale’s first film.
- Vanity van
- After Chitale said he did not have one, Patekar arranged one for him the next day.
- Interview outlet
- The Free Press Journal