Nana Patekar values Amitabh Bachchan and Dilip Kumar's gestures over recognition.

The actor Nana Patekar stated that he cherishes his relationships with icons like Amitabh Bachchan and Dilip Kumar more than anything else, thus he doesn't need accolades to bolster his ego. The seasoned actor discussed his happy recollections of legendary actors in an interview, as well as his ongoing feelings of affection for Shah Rukh Khan. He claimed that since he already had priceless keepsakes from Amitabh and Dilip, he doesn't need an Academy Award.

The Lallantop said in an interview, "I'm extremely fortunate to have met such luminaries. Once, Dilip Kumar contacted me at home. I was drenched from the rain. When he noticed me, he came over with a towel and dried me off by himself.