Biography of Mithun Chakravorty

(June 16, 1947)

Mithun Chakravorty was born in 1947. He was a Naxalite, who sought refuge in the film institute. He failed to find any work in films and was forced to do bit roles in films - Phool Khile Hain Gulshan Gulshan and Do Anjane' and danced at social functions.

In 1979, ‘Surakshaa' and then 'Disco Dancer', released in 1982, brought him the much-awaited success. His typical dance style and way of dressing became his trademark and he became a major dancing star. In 1981 film ‘Hum Paanch', apart from fetching commercial success, got him critical acclaim for his performance. During the mid-1980's Mithun did a series of family dramas like Ghar Ek Mandir', 'Swarg Se Sunder' and the superhit movie ‘Pyar Jhukta Nahin'. His success made him the second-highest-paid star in Bollywood.

But in the late 1980's, Mithun's film career dwindled. He faced a series of continuous flops. Though his films failed to do well, Mithun continued to be in demand with the producers in the early 90's.