Mithun Chakraborty - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 17, 1950 |
|---|---|
| Age | 75 |
| Birthplace | Barisal, East Bengal, Dominion of Pakistan (now Bangladesh) |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Mithun Chakraborty's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Bollywood film superstar, especially for 'Disco Dancer'; National Film Award-winning actor; and prominent personality in Hindi and Bengali cinema. |
Intro
Mithun Chakraborty is a renowned Indian actor, producer, and former politician, best known for his roles in Hindi and Bengali cinema. Rising to prominence with the National Film Award-winning film 'Mrigayaa' (1976), he became one of Bollywood’s biggest stars in the 1980s, famous for his dancing skills and action roles, particularly in the film 'Disco Dancer' (1982).
Early Life & Background
Mithun Chakraborty was born as Gourang Chakraborty in Barisal, which was then part of East Bengal, Dominion of Pakistan (now Bangladesh). He completed his education at the Scottish Church College in Kolkata before entering the film industry.
Career Highlights
- Won National Film Award for Best Actor for 'Mrigayaa' (1976).
- Achieved superstardom with 'Disco Dancer' (1982), a massive musical hit in India and abroad.
- Acted in over 350 films across multiple Indian languages.
- Secured three National Film Awards for acting.
- Served as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha representing West Bengal.
Trivia
- Known for popularising disco-style dance in India.
- Has a philanthropic reputation; established schools and charitable organizations.
- Appeared as a judge on Indian television dance and talent shows.
FAQs
People also ask
Mithun Chakraborty is 75 years old.
Mithun Chakraborty was born the 17 July 1950.
Barisal, East Bengal, Dominion of Pakistan (now Bangladesh).
On His Birth-Day
About July 17th, 1950, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 17th, 1950 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Tzena, Tzena, Tzena by Vic Damone
- Popular movie: All About Eve directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz
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