Mithun Chakraborty BREAKS Silence on Dadasaheb Phalke Award Win: 'Neither Can I Laugh Or...' | Watch

Mithun Chakraborty reacted to being honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award. The actor is being honoured for his contributions to Indian cinema over the years.

Speaking with ANI, the actor-politican said, “I don’t have words. Neither I can laugh nor cry. This is such a big thing… I could not have imagined this. I am extremely happy. I dedicate this to my family and my fans across the world.”

Union minister for railways, information and broadcasting, electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw announced that Mithun will be honoured with the prestigious award in October. Taking to X, he said, “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 news of Mithun Chakraborty winning the Dadasaheb Phalke Award comes just months after he was honoured with the Padma Bhushan. The ceremony took place in April and the actor was seen accepting the honour from President Droupadi Murmu.

Mithun Chakraborty made his acting debut in 1977 and became one of the few actors who won a National Award with the debut film. The actor embarked on his acting journey with Mrigayaa and became a rage after his 1982 film Disco Dancer released. The film did phenomenal business across Asia, the Soviet Union, Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa.