Veteran Bollywood actor Mithun Chakraborty is a versatile talent, excelling as an actor, writer, singer, TV host, producer, social worker, politician, and entrepreneur. Rising to prominence with the 1982 hit “Disco Dancer,” his charismatic dance moves and acting prowess captivated audiences. Celebrating his birthday, here are five films that highlight his exceptional acting skills:
1.Disco Dancer
Directed by Babbar Subhash, “Disco Dancer” portrays Anil, a street singer who rises to fame despite facing past adversaries determined to derail his newfound success. The film also stars Kalpana Iyer, Rajesh Khanna, Gita Siddharth, Master Chotu, and Om Puri.
2. Phool Aur Angaar
In this film directed by Ashok Gaikwad, Mithun Chakraborty plays a young man wrongly accused after rescuing a woman from assault. The plot unfolds into a web of deceit involving Shanti Priya, Prem Chopra, Paresh Rawal, and Arjun Sarja.
3.Tadipaar
Directed by Mahesh Bhatt, “Tadipaar” follows Shankar, who encounters Namkeen and sees a chance to exploit her resemblance to a missing millionaire. The film features Pooja Bhatt, Anupam Kher, Gavin Packard, Juhi Chawla, and Javed Khan Amrohi.
4. OMG – Oh My God!
Mithun Chakraborty appears in a pivotal role in “OMG – Oh My God!” where an atheist, played by Paresh Rawal, challenges God after losing his shop in an earthquake. Directed by Umesh Shukla, the film also stars Akshay Kumar, Bhavesh Mandalia, Govind Namdev, and Om Puri.
5. Guru
In Mani Ratnam’s “Guru,” Mithun Chakraborty portrays a pivotal character alongside Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai. The film chronicles Guru’s journey from a small village to establishing a business empire, featuring R Madhavan, Vidya Balan, and Mallika Sherawat.
Mithun Chakraborty’s contribution to Indian cinema spans decades, showcasing his versatility and enduring appeal across various genres and roles.
