Mithun Chakraborty rose to prominence in Bollywood through sheer struggle. In an interview, he revealed that neither acting nor storyline guarantees success; it's ultimately luck that makes a star.
Entertainment Desk: Veteran Hindi cinema actor Mithun Chakraborty's career has witnessed numerous ups and downs, yet his success story remains inspirational. His journey from B-grade films to establishing a unique identity in Bollywood is a testament to his struggle and hard work. However, Mithun Da himself believes that success in Bollywood depends not on talent or storyline, but on luck. Let's explore why he made this statement in an interview.
Luck, Not Acting or Storyline, Reigns in Bollywood
Mithun Chakraborty entered Bollywood in 1976 with the film Mrigaya. Within a few years, he became one of the industry's leading stars. During a 1987 interview, when asked about the secret to his success, he stated: “Here, neither acting nor the story matters; only luck prevails. Luck is what creates a story. Talent and acting also come with luck. As long as luck is on my side, my journey will continue this way.”
From B-Grade Films to Superstar Status
Mithun Chakraborty's career traversed several phases. There was a time when he worked in B-grade films, but he bounced back and proved himself. His unique dance style and distinct persona earned him the title of Bollywood's 'Disco Dancer'. Mithun demonstrated through his hard work that if luck is combined with effort, success is inevitable.
Record of Signing 32 Films Simultaneously
In the 1987 interview, Mithun was also questioned about his film commitments. He mentioned that at that time, he had signed approximately 30-32 films and was striving to complete them all. Mithun has acted in nearly 350 films throughout his career, including Bengali and other language films.
Mithun Chakraborty in 'The Delhi Files'
Mithun Chakraborty continues to impress audiences with his acting. He will soon be seen in director Vivek Agnihotri's film, The Delhi Files - The Bengal Chapter. This film is expected to be released on August 15th. It will be interesting to see what new feat Mithun Da achieves with his new film.
