Meet actor who was once a backup dancer, gave India's first Rs 100 crore film, beat Amitabh Bachchan, Rajesh Khanna, Dharmendra's stardom, he is…
Whenever Mithun Chakraborty's name resonates in Bollywood, the world still remembers him as 'Disco Dancer'. Born on 16 June 1950 in Kolkata, Mithun Dada not only gave a new color to Hindi cinema, but also showed such a combination of dance, action, and style that even today forces the fans to dance. From a simple beginning to the first Hindi film earning Rs 100 crore in 1982, Mithun Chakraborty's journey is a great example of gradually climbing the stairs of hard work, talent, and passion.
Mithun Chakraborty is one such star who shone in difficult times. The 1980s were not easy for Bollywood. Veterans like Amitabh Bachchan and Vinod Khanna were looking for new ways in their careers, while stars like Dharmendra and Rajesh Khanna were losing their old shine. The influence of remakes of South Indian films was increasing, and producers were giving excuses for their failures due to video cassettes and piracy. At such a time, Mithun Chakraborty won the hearts of the audience with his dance and acting.
In 1976, Mrinal Sen's film 'Mrigaya' was released. Mithun, who started his career with this, received the National Award for it, but this honor failed to get him work immediately. He also said during an interview that he was discouraged by this. His journey to 'Disco Dancer' was not easy. Mithun showed his passion for dance in the early days.
He used to work as a backup dancer at the beginning of his career. His dancing skills impressed Helen so much that he was given a chance to perform a 30-minute solo, which mesmerized the audience. This was the time when dancing was not common for a mainstream hero, but Mithun made it his strength.
The 1982 film 'Disco Dancer' took Mithun's career to new heights. This film became the first Hindi film to earn Rs 100 crore. Bappi Lahiri's music and Mithun's dance skills attracted the audience to the cinema halls. Songs like 'I am a Disco Dancer' are equally popular even today.
Mithun Chakraborty gave Bollywood the magic of 'Disco'. After the success of 'Disco Dancer', Mithun did many films which were of the same genre. In 1986, he became the highest tax-paying actor in the country. Mithun Chakraborty is 74 years old, and even today, the magic of his acting remains intact. His upcoming film is 'The Bengal Files', which is ready for release in theaters on September 5. In the film directed by Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri, his powerful character is going to be seen by the audience once again.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
NDTV
31 minutes ago
- NDTV
Kriti Sanon's Sister's Brand Trolled For Selling "Basic" Clothes For Rs 27,000
New Delhi: Kriti Sanon's sister Nupur Sanon launched a clothing line named Nobo in 2024. The clothing line recently drew the ire from the Reddit users for pricing "basic" clothes around Rs 27,000. The Internet complained about the lack of originality and premium quality of the outfits, endorsed by Kriti, Nupur, Uorfi Javed, Sanjana Sanghi and Rida Tharana among others. What's Happening Nupur Sanon's clothing brand Nobo drew flak from the Reddit users for its "ridiculous" high pricing of the outfits. The most expensive lehenga on the website is a Banarasi piece worth Rs 21,000. While the most expensive suit costs Rs 26,500, the least expensive set is priced at Rs 7,700. In the western wear section, the costliest item is a skirt and crop top set worth Rs 20,000. Meanwhile, the cheapest item is a pair of shorts worth Rs 2,400. A Reddit user wrote, "No Bo is short for "Nobody Bought it." Another user wrote, "These are the ugliest clothes I've ever seen, good lord." Another user wrote, "I think her brand name is incomplete cause she clearly forgot to write Label NoboDY IS BUYING THIS OVERPRICED FAST FASHION SHIT FROM ME." Another user wrote, "Money laundering." The ridiculous price points of Nupur Sanons ( Kritis sister) clothing line called Label Nobo. Doesn't explain why such basic cloths are sold and such high price it money laundering of some sort ( scamming buyers)? by u/Affectionate_Post592 in BollyBlindsNGossip In A Nutshell Kriti Sanon's sister Nupur Sanon made her debut in the music video Filhall (2019) alongside Akshay Kumar. The song's success led to a sequel, Filhall 2: Mohabbat (2021). In 2023, Nupur made her acting debut with the comedy-drama web series Pop Kaun? on Disney+ Hotstar. Her clothing line was trolled on social media for its absurd high prices though the outfits lack originality.
Pink Villa
32 minutes ago
- Pink Villa
Akhil Akkineni's wedding full menu: Ghee kaaram dosa to gulab jamun and how Naga Chaitanya enjoys Sobhita Dhulipala eating
Nagarjuna Akkineni's youngest son, Akhil Akkineni, tied the knot with Zainab Ravdjee, a renowned painter and artist, back on June 6. The couple had dressed in white-colored traditional outfits as they turned a new leaf in their life together, surrounded by friends and family. The pictures from the wedding and starry reception have gone viral on social media in no time. And now we came across a sneak peek inside the ceremony where the guests were served some of the most delectable South Indian food. What was on the menu at Akhil Akkineni-Zainab Ravdjee's wedding? The Akkinenis arranged for an elaborate yet traditional meal setup for the guests at Akhil's wedding. A renowned restaurant named Panchakattu Dosa was deployed as the caterer for the big day. In a video shared by the catering partner, a glimpse of the menu card is revealed, which includes a wide variety of dosas such as the Ghee Kaaram dosa, Ghee idly, Ghee pongal, Upma, and Vadas. While dessert included the delectable Gulab Jamun, a classic filter coffee was also made available to the guests. Flavored beverages in mango, mosambi, and watermelon variants were also available. Naga Chaitanya's candid moment as he gazes at wife Sobhita Dhulipala with love Besides the lip-smacking arrangements made for the food, which captured attention, a small glimpse of Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala also won several hearts. In a glimpse, the Made In Heaven actress was seen finding some time amid all the work on the wedding day and enjoying some food. However, it was her hubby Chaitanya who was spotted standing right next to her, while cutely gazing at her with a warm smile. Sobhita Dhulipala's Rs 3.37 lakh Dior bag at Akhil-Zainab's reception For Akhil and Zainab's wedding reception, Sobhita Dhulipala grabbed attention with her glamorous OOTD. The actress wore a red satin saree, paired with a structured, golden-framed blouse. She styled her look with a black leather medium shoulder bag from the Christian Dior label, priced at approximately Rs. 3,37,338 lakhs.
India.com
42 minutes ago
- India.com
This actor has given over 100 flop films, net worth is Rs 499 crore, owns Rs 45 crore home, his name is...., debut film was....
Veteran Bollywood actor Mithun Chakraborty, or Mithun Da to most people, is one of the biggest superstars in the world of cinema. The 'Disco Dancer' has made a name for himself with his brilliant roles and offbeat films. Mithun Chakraborty's net worth is around Rs 400 crore. According to a report by he owns a super-sized bungalow in Madh Island near Mumbai, which is worth more than Rs 45 crore. We are going to talk about it on Mithun Chakraborty's 75th birthday. Talking about Mithun Chakraborty's professional life, the actor faced many ups and downs in his career. From working in many B-grade films to competing against big superstars like Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Rishi Kapoor, and Rajesh Khanna. The veteran actor is known to hold several records for doing the most number of flops in a year. Mithun Chakraborty's house may be luxurious, but simplicity can be seen in the pictures inside. The walls are decorated with all white paint and a wooden floor, which gives a classy look. There is a beige colored sofa and a dark brown colored wooden cabinet under the TV. Decorating the walls of the house with memorable photographs of life is considered the best option. Mithun Chakraborty's house also has a wall decorated in a similar way, where photographs of different members of the family are hung. In other areas of this house, instead of wood, the flooring has been done with white tiles. Which is polished and shiny. Light green color on the walls and the golden door look perfect. Many dogs keep an eye on this house. According to reports, Mithun Chakraborty's house has around 66-76 dogs of different breeds. The special thing is that Mithun Chakraborty's bungalow is surrounded by countless trees. According to the information, one part of the complex is completely white, with pure white flowers, while on the other side, there are red and purple flowers. The actor loves gardening, which is one of his most ardent passions. He is seen gardening in his free time, and the special thing is that he also grows green vegetables at home. This special picture was shared by his daughter, Dishani Chakraborty. Which also shows the simplicity of the actor amidst the luxury life. According to the reports on Mithun Chakraborty's magnificent bungalow is likely to be worth crores. The actor's house is spread across 1.5 acres of land. The property's worth is estimated to be Rs 45.73 crore.
