Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty has been awarded the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. President Droupadi Murmu presented the country’s highest film distinction to Mithun at the 70th National Film Awards ceremony in New Delhi’s Vigyan Bhawan today.
Mithun, 74, expressed his delight on receiving the highest honour in Indian cinema. “What should I say? I’m still reeling from the news. I can only say thank you for awarding me with such a huge honour. I thank God for it. This award is a testament to God’s benevolence, compensating for the trials and tribulations I’ve faced in my life.
#WATCH | Delhi | Dadasaheb Phalke Award recipient actor Mithun Chakraborty narrates his journey in the Indian film industry and advises the youth to "never give up and always dream"
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Mithun Chakraborty shared words of wisdom with encouragement. He said, ‘Many people dream of being actors. I know there are a lot of talented kids out there and they might be having financial struggles, but don’t give up on hope. Persevere, stay strong, don’t stop dreaming’. On the red carpet of the 70th National Awards ceremony, Mithun Chakraborty also reflected on his iconic film, Disco Dancer (1982).
Earlier this year, Mithun was honoured with the prestigious Padma Bhushan Award. The actor started 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’.
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