National Award-winning actor Rituparna Sengupta shared her joy at Mithun Chakraborty receiving the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Sengupta expressed, “I am thrilled by this wonderful news, filled with happiness and pride. It is a well-deserved honour and a true recognition of Dada’s exceptional talent and dedication. Working with Dada in various Hindi and Bengali films has been a privilege, a journey full of valuable guidance and inspiration. Dada’s constant support and care have been a guiding light in my career, his love a precious blessing I cherish. Collaborating with such an extraordinary individual has been a defining experience, for which I am forever grateful.”
Mithun Chakraborty is going to be honored with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, acknowledging his significant contributions to Indian cinema. He will receive the award at the National Film Awards ceremony, a fitting tribute to his exceptional talent and commitment to acting.
Minister of Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, announced this exciting news on social media earlier today to share it with fans and the film industry.
Chakraborty is set to receive the esteemed award during the 70th National Film Awards ceremony on October 8, 2024.