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After four decades in the industry and three National Awards to his name, veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty was announced on Monday as the recipient of the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the highest government honor for contributions to Indian cinema. Overwhelmed by the news, he expressed, “Neither can I laugh nor cry.” In an conversation with indianexpress.com, his son, Namashi Chakraborty, referred to him as a “self-made superstar” and described his life journey as inspiring.
Namashi said, “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.” Namashi is Mithun’s younger son.
Speaking to ANI, a visibly moved Mithun, said, “I don’t have words. Neither I can laugh nor cry. This is such a big thing for a person who rose from footpath…from a blind lane in Kolkata… he is now being awarded with the most prestigious award. I could not have imagined this. I am extremely happy. I dedicate this to my family and my fans across the world.”
Mithun Chakraborty’s recognition with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award follows closely on the heels of receiving the Padma Bhushan earlier this year. The actor was presented with the prestigious award by President Droupadi Murmu during a ceremony held in April.
Known as Bollywood’s ‘Disco Dancer,’ Mithun made history by being one of the few actors to win a National Award for his debut film Mrigayaa (1976). He achieved superstar status following the release of the blockbuster Disco Dancer (1982). In addition to dominating the commercial film landscape, Mithun has also starred in critically acclaimed works such as Surakshaa (1979), Bimal Dutt’s Kasturi (1980), and Khwaja Ahmad Abbas’ The Naxalites.
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