Nana Patekar has once again grabbed attention, this time not for a film but for his impressive fitness. The veteran actor, who recently turned 76, surprised fans after a video of him performing tricep dips surfaced online. The clip quickly gained traction across social media and drew praise from both fans and celebrities. Known for his no-nonsense personality, Nana showed that discipline and consistency still define his lifestyle.
Nana Patekar Aces 15 Tricep Dips At 76, Leaves Fans Stunned
Photographer and producer Atul Kasbekar shared the video on Instagram. In the clip, Nana wears tan shorts, a white vest, and a gamcha around his neck, keeping his signature simple look intact. He performs tricep dips on parallel bars with ease and finishes with a smile. Kasbekar revealed that Nana completed 15 reps, although the recording began slightly late.
The caption of the post read, “A-Ho Nana Sahebbb…!!! You just made me reset my fitness goals!!! That’s #NanaPatekar ji. He’s 76. That’s him cranking out tricep dips on the bars. He did 15 (I started recording late).” He ended the note by calling him, “What. A. Legend.”
Fans Shower Love On Nana Patekar’s Dedication
Soon after, the internet reacted with admiration. Fans flooded the comments section with praise and nostalgia. One user wrote, “Awesome especially at 76,” while another commented, “LEGEND GOD STATUS.” Fans of the Welcome franchise could not resist referencing his iconic character. One joked, “Control Uday Control,” while another added, “Uday bhai still looking fit.” Another fan wrote, “Uday Control Amazing fitness at this age.” One comment read, “Bhagwan ka diya sab kuch hai fans, simplicity, naam, gym bas aab logon ki aur seva karna hai.”
At the same time, a discussion around his diet also surfaced. One user credited his fitness to a vegetarian lifestyle. However, Kasbekar quickly corrected the claim. He replied, “Hate to break it to you; he’s not vegetarian. I had lunch at his home.” Another user added that Nana “Cooks and loves to eat fish.”
Celebrities also joined the conversation. Shilpa Shetty reacted with clapping emojis, while Badshah commented, “OG.” Vineet Kumar Singh shared his appreciation with heart and fire emojis. Meanwhile, actor-model Muzammil Ibrahim asked Kasbekar to pass on his regards and mentioned that he had earlier encouraged Nana to join Instagram.
Apart from this viral moment, Nana Patekar has stayed active on screen. He recently appeared in Housefull 5 alongside Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh. He also featured in O’Romeo with Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri, and made a cameo in Subedaar starring Anil Kapoor and Radhika Madan. In addition, he appeared in Sankalp, a political thriller series on Amazon MX Player directed by Prakash Jha.
Nana Patekar’s viral fitness video highlights more than just physical strength. It reflects discipline, consistency, and a grounded lifestyle that continues to inspire across generations. Even at 76, he sets an example that age does not limit determination, and fans clearly cannot get enough of it.
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Varsha Tiwari is a budding content writer passionate about Bollywood, pop culture, and the stories behind the spotlight. She enjoys breaking down trends, celebrity moments, and film narratives into engaging, reader-friendly content. Always curious and observant, she is currently pursuing a Master’s in Communication and Journalism. Outside of writing, she enjoys painting because storytelling doesn’t always need words to make an impact.















