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Mithun Chakraborty Dadasaheb Phalke Award: Mithun Chakraborty is set to receive Indian cinema’s highest honour, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, for his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema throughout his career. The Indian actor’s name was announced earlier today by Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Union Minister for Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics and IT. He shared the news on X today. 

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Mithun Chakraborty to receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award

The award will be presented to him during the 70th National Film Awards ceremony, scheduled for October 8, 2024. Notably, Mithun Chakraborty was awarded another honour, a Padma Bhushan in April.

Mithun Chakraborty Best Films: 

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Mithun is a known name in the industry and has been featured in some iconic films. Loved for his charisma on screen and his punky dancing skills, here is a list of some of his performances in films in India: 

Disco Dancer (1982)

We can’t list Mithun Chakraborty’s films without talking about Disco Dancer. In the 1982 film, Mithun plays Anil, a street performer wrongly accused of stealing a guitar. After being humiliated, he and his mother move to Goa. There, Anil is discovered by David Brown, who renames him Jimmy and helps him rise to stardom. 

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Boxer (1984)

Inspired by Rocky, Mithun shines as Shankar, a thief who transforms into a boxer. His character’s journey is fueled by his desire to fulfil his father’s broken dreams. After meeting coach Tony Braganza, Shankar trains to become a champion but faces obstacles, including having to step away from the sport. 

Pyar Jhukta Nahin (1985)

This 1985 film tells the story of a rich girl, Preeti (Padmini Kolhapure), and a middle-class photographer, Ajay (Mithun Chakraborty). The film revolves around the emotional turmoil caused by Preeti’s father, who manipulates the young couple, leading to misunderstandings. 

Mrigayaa (1976)

For Mrigayaa, Mithun Chakraborty who played a tribal hunter in colonial India, won National Award for Best Actor. The film’s gripping narrative explores social oppression and rebellion against the British, making this a must-watch. 

Surakksha (1979)

Mithun became a household name with the character Surakksha, aka Gunmaster G9, a secret agent on a mission to expose an organisation called SSO.

Also read: Mithun Chakraborty on winning the Dadasaheb Phalke Award: Neither can I laugh nor cry

Agneepath (1990)

While Agneepath is obviously known for actor Amitabh Bachchan who took centre stage as Vijay Deenanath Chavhan, a man seeking revenge, it was Mithun’s role as Krishnan Iyer which stole hearts. He played Vijay’s loyal friend.  

Jallaad (1995)

In the film, Mithun played both the villain Amavas and his righteous son, Shakti. The film delves into themes of morality and power. 

Swami Vivekananda (1998)

Mithun Chakraborty’s portrayal of saint Ramakrishna Paramahamsa in this biographical film earned him his third National Award. This is considered to be one of his finest performances.