Veteran actor and politician Mithun Chakraborty was honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 70th National Film Awards ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi on Tuesday, October 8. The award, presented by President Droupadi Murmu, is the highest accolade in Indian cinema, celebrating lifetime achievements in the industry. The legendary actor was met with a standing ovation from attendees, including dignitaries and fellow artists.
During his acceptance speech, Mithun reflected on his journey in the film industry, sharing poignant anecdotes from his early career. "My God, my Respected President, my Respect Minister, and all the best people on the dais, I have been on this stage three times. After receiving my first National Award, I was overwhelmed by the praise, and it distracted my focus," he recalled.
He humorously recounted a conversation with a producer after a screening of his debut film 'Mrigayaa'. "After finishing the film, I asked a senior colleague how he felt about it. He complimented my acting but cheekily remarked on my attire, saying he could only imagine how I'd look with clothes on.
It struck me later that I was bare in the film," Mithun recalled, sparking laughter in the audience. Mithun also candidly shared his journey through the highs and lows of the industry, particularly after winning his first National Award. "I thought I had become Al Pacino.
I began to treat producers dismissively. But reality hit when a producer kicked me out of.
