Mithun Chakraborty is all set to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, one of the highest honours in Indian cinema. The announcement came from Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union Minister for Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics and IT, who shared the news on X. The minister mentioned that the veteran actor is being recognised for his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema throughout his career.
The award will be presented to him during the 70th National Film Awards ceremony, scheduled for October 8. This accolade follows just a few months after Mithun Chakraborty was awarded the Padma Bhushan in April. Mithun Da’s remarkable cinematic journey inspires generations! Honoured to announce that the Dadasaheb Phalke Selection Jury has decided to award legendary actor, Sh.
Mithun Chakraborty Ji for his iconic contribution to Indian Cinema. 🗓️To be presented at the 70th National..
. — Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) September 30, 2024 With over 300 films under his belt, it’s nearly impossible to single out the best work of a legend like Mithun Chakraborty. Known as a superstar of the masses, Mithun’s filmography is full of commercial hits.
At one time, he was even hailed as the ‘disco king’ of Bollywood. To celebrate this momentous occasion, let’s revisit some of his most memorable performances. Disco Dancer (1982) In this film, Mithun plays Anil, a street performer wrongly accused of stealing a guitar.
After being humiliated, he and his mother move.
