Mithun Chakraborty, born as Gourang Chakraborty, is an Indian film actor, singer, producer, writer, social worker, and entrepreneur. He was born on June 16, 1950, in Kolkata, West Bengal, India.
Chakraborty made his acting debut in the 1976 Hindi film "Mrigayaa," which won him the National Film Award for Best Actor. He went on to appear in over 350 films in Hindi, Bengali, Odia, Bhojpuri, Telugu, and Kannada languages. He is known for his performances in films like "Disco Dancer," "Agneepath," "Guru," "Pyar Jhukta Nahin," and "Boxer," among others.
In addition to his acting career, Chakraborty has also produced and directed several films. He has won numerous awards, including three National Film Awards and two Filmfare Awards. He was also honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2019 International Indian Film Academy Awards.
Apart from his work in the entertainment industry, Chakraborty is also involved in several social and political causes. He was appointed as the goodwill ambassador for the UNICEF in 1995 and has also served as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha.
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