Hours after the internet criticised Nana Patekar for hitting a fan searching for a selfie, the actor took to social media to make clear concerning the viral video. In the quick clip, a younger boy is visible approaching Nana for a photograph with him and the actor smacks him within the back of his head. 

In the video shared on social media, Nana Patekar apologised for what he said became a “false impression", even as affirming that he has by no means denied selfies to his lovers. “I have by no means stated no to anyone for a photo. I do not try this. This took place by using mistake. If there may be some false impression, please forgive me. I will never do whatever like this." Nana Patekar said the collection turned into a part of the movie he turned into shooting for however did no longer know the boy he slapped was now not a part of the group.But even after Nana Patekar apologising, netizens disagree to believe him and claim he is mendacity. They took to remark phase and stated that they are not satisfied and video definitely shows he turned into smacked. 

According to PTI,  the video is from Varanasi in which the actor is shooting for Journey with Anil and his son-actor Utkarsh Sharma. In the 10-second clip, Nana turned into wearing a fit and a hat, getting ready to shoot a scene while the fan got here to him and tried to click a selfie.