Mithun Chakraborty, star of films such as Mrigayaa, Surakshaa, Disco Dancer and Dance Dance, has been named the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the government's highest recognition in the field of cinema.
Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw made the announcement on X: '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.'
The award will be presented to Chakraborty at the 70th National Film Awards ceremony on October 8, 2024, Vaishnaw said.
Chakraborty, 74, made his acting debut with Mrinal Sen's 1976 film Mrigayaa, for which he won the National Film Award for Best Actor.
He is also known for films such as Kasam Paida Karne Wale Ki, Commando and Agneepath.
