Nana Patekar once smoked 60 cigarettes a day till age 56. Now actor nails 15 tricep dips at 76. Check out his daily morning routine

Nana Patekar is proving that age is just a number. At 76, the veteran actor has left fans stunned with his fitness levels after a recent video of him working out went viral. Known for his intense screen presence and simple lifestyle, Nana is now being celebrated for his discipline off-screen as well. The buzz began when photographer-producer Atul Kasbekar shared a video of the actor on Instagram.

Nana Patekar's fitness mantra at 76

In the clip, Nana is seen casually dressed in shorts and a vest, performing tricep dips on parallel bars. What caught everyone’s attention was not just the exercise, but how effortlessly he completed it. According to Atul, Nana managed to perform 15 consecutive tricep dips. He admitted he started recording a little late, but what he did capture was enough to leave viewers impressed. Praising the actor, Kasbekar remarked that watching Nana had pushed him to rethink his own fitness goals, calling him nothing short of a legend.

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Social media quickly picked up on the video, with fans flooding the comments section. Many were amazed at how the actor could maintain such strength and agility at his age. Several users praised his dedication, while others jokingly referred to him as Uday Shetty from the Welcome series, with comments like “Control Uday Control” making a comeback.

All you need to know about Nana Patekar's morning routine

The conversation also touched upon Nana’s lifestyle. In earlier interviews, Nana has shared insights into his routine. He revealed that he dedicates nearly one and a half to two hours every day to physical activity. His workouts are not limited to gym exercises but also include traditional practices like Surya Namaskar. For him, fitness is not just about appearance but about strength and self-reliance. He has often said that he considers his body his biggest asset and takes pride in maintaining it even at this stage of life.

Nana Patekar shared on Only Malini that his daily routine typically begins with exercise, followed by prayers. He believes in asking for clarity of thought and a good heart rather than material things.

Interestingly, his journey hasn’t always been this disciplined. In a 2015 interview with TOI, Nana spoke about his past habit of smoking heavily. He admitted that at one point, he used to smoke as many as 60 cigarettes a day until the age of 56. However, a deeply emotional moment changed his perspective.

The Welcome actor shared that he decided to quit smoking after witnessing the grief of a close family friend who had lost her son. During that time, when he was coughing, she questioned how much more she would have to endure. The moment struck a chord with him, prompting him to give up smoking entirely. Since then, he has stayed away from the habit.

Apart from physical exercise, Nana also emphasises mental well-being. He has often spoken about keeping life simple and maintaining a positive outlook. On the work front, Nana continues to stay active in the industry. His recent appearances include films and series where he has taken on diverse roles, proving that his passion for acting remains as strong as ever.