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Mithun Chakraborty
Category: Actor
Primary Genre/Field: Bollywood Actor
Status: Active
Years Active: 42
Personal Information
Biography
Mithun Chakraborty Biography
Mithun Chakraborty: From Naxalite to Superstar
Early Life & Education
- Birth: Born as Gouranga Chakraborty on June 16, 1950, in Kolkata.
- Education: Completed a degree in Chemistry and graduated from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune.
- Naxalite Involvement: Joined the Naxalite movement in his youth.
- Turning Point: Left the movement after his brother’s tragic accidental death.
Acting Career & Stardom
- Film Debut: Made his debut with the art film Mrigaya (1976), winning his first National Film Award for Best Actor.
- Disco Icon: Rose to fame in the 1980s with Disco Dancer (1982), becoming India’s iconic dancing star.
- Filmography: Acted in numerous Hindi and Bengali films, known for versatility in action, drama, and dance.
Political Career
- Served as a Rajya Sabha MP from West Bengal (2014–2016).
Personal Life
- Married to Yogeeta Bali, with four children, including actor Mimoh Chakraborty.
Legacy
- Celebrated for his National Award-winning performances, dance skills, and unique journey from a revolutionary to a superstar.
Career Highlights
Rose to fame as a disco icon with the blockbuster Disco Dancer (1982).
Achieved massive commercial success in the 1980s and 1990s with hits like Pyaar Jhukta Nahin (1985) and Agneepath (1990).
Won two National Film Awards for his performances in Tahader Katha (1992) and Swami Vivekananda (1998).
Earned critical acclaim for his versatility across action, drama, and socially impactful roles.
Honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024 for his contribution to Indian cinema.
Recent Activity
Recent Activity – Mithun Chakraborty
Awards & Recognition
- Received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award at the 70th National Film Awards in October 2024.
Film Projects
- Upcoming films for 2025: The Bengal Files, Lahore 1947, Jai Devaa, Shreeman v/s Shreemati, and OTT release Riwaj.
- Recent releases: Shontaan (2024, Bengali) and Kabuliwala (2023, Bengali).
- Family collaboration: His son, Namashi Chakraborty, and daughter-in-law, Madalsa Sharma, will also feature in The Bengal Files (2025).
Political Commentary & Controversies
- Criticized Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s remarks on the Indus Waters Treaty (Aug 2025).
- Made strong statements on the West Bengal elections (Mar 2025), drawing backlash from TMC.
- Faced two FIRs in late 2024 over provocative election remarks; BJP claims political targeting.
- Continues to be at the center of BJP–TMC political clashes ahead of the elections.