New Delhi: Veteran Bollywood actor Mithun Chakraborty, 74, will be honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
I&B Minister on X
Information & Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared the news on X. He wrote, "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."
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The actor will be felicitated with the award at the 70th National Film Awards ceremony which will be held on October 8, 2024.
Mithun's son said
Mithun's son, actor Namashi Chakraborty, shared his happiness at his father's big achievement with India Today Digital and said he is proud of him.
"Feeling extremely proud and honoured. My father is a self-made superstar and a great citizen. His life journey is an inspiration for millions. We are all feeling elated for this magnificent honour," said Namashi.
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Earlier this year, Mithun was honoured with the prestigious Padma Bhushan Award.
Actor career started
The actor began his career in films with the 1976 National Award-winning drama Mrigayaa, directed by Mrinal Sen. He won his first National Film Award for Best Actor for the film.
His rise to stardom in the 1980s was cemented by the 1979 spy thriller Surakshaa, followed by hits like Disco Dancer, Dance Dance, Pyar Jhukta Nahin, Kasam Paida Karne Wale Ki, and Commando, among others. Mithun created a record by playing the lead roles in more than 100 films in a decade. His dance performances on songs like "I Am a Disco Dancer" and "Jimmy Jimmy" made him popular among his fans as 'Disco Dancer'. (with Agency inputs)
