The entertainment world moves fast, and 25 Years of Nayak: Anil Kapoor says, “The love for your country… Will never be irrelevant” in a heartfelt note is the latest development catching everyone's eye. From fans to industry insiders, the reaction has been immediate.
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Add as a preferred source on Google Anil Kapoor is marking 25 years of Nayak: The Real Hero, the 2001 political drama that continues to remain relevant for its portrayal of governance, corruption and an ordinary man stepping into a position of power. On September 7, the performer revealed a video montage featuring memorable moments from the movie and reflected on what drew him to the part of Shivaji Rao.
In his post, Anil Kapoor wrote, “25 years of Nayak. What drew me to Shivaji Rao was never just the journey from a common man to the Chief Minister. It was what he chose to do once he got there, to use the power he had to make a difference to the people.” He further recalled the significance of portraying a part driven by a sense of purpose, adding, “To portray a part with that kind of purpose was a privilege and perhaps that is why Nayak continues to find its way back to people even after 25 years.” The performer also reflected on the movie's central message and why he continues to be proud of being associated with it.
“The love for your country, and the desire to do better for its people will never be irrelevant, and I will always be proud to have been a part of such a narrative,” he wrote. Shankar, Nayak follows Shivaji Rao, a television cameraman and reporter played by Anil Kapoor. The narrative kicks off when Shivaji gets an opportunity to interview Maharashtra Chief Minister Balraj Chauhan, played by Amrish Puri.
During the live interview, Shivaji questions the Chief Minister on issues concerning the state and puts him in a difficult position. In an attempt to counter the reporter's criticism, the Chief Minister challenges Shivaji to take charge as Chief Minister for a day and experience the pressures of running the state. What drew me to Shivaji Rao was never just the journey from a common man to the Chief Minister.
It was what he chose to do once he got there, to use the power he had to make a difference to the people. To portray a part with that kind of purpose was a… pic.twitter.com/0kXVFbP9Qr — Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) September 7, 2026 Shivaji accepts the challenge and uses the opportunity to take several strong decisions against corruption and administrative failures.
His actions eventually put him in conflict with powerful political interests, leading to threats against him and his family. The movie also headlines Rani Mukerji, Paresh Rawal, Saurabh Shukla, Johny Lever, Shivaji Satam, Neena Kulkarni and others in pivotal roles. Nayak was dropped in India on September 7, 2001.
Over the years, Nayak has developed a strong following and is frequently discussed for its political themes and its central idea of an ordinary citizen getting an opportunity to bring about change. The movie was a Hindi reimagining of Shankar's Tamil movie Mudhalvan.
For now, fans have plenty to discuss, and the industry has plenty to analyse. TeraMovies will be tracking every twist in this story as it unfolds, bringing you the full picture from the world of entertainment.
