National Award-Winning Actress Shabana Azmi Opens Up About Iconic Actor Mithun Chakraborty
Mithun Chakraborty, a legendary figure in the Indian film industry, was not only a talented actor but also an artist plagued by self-doubt and insecurity about his complexion. This was revealed in an interview by Shabana Azmi, a renowned actress who has won five National Awards for Best Actress, who had worked with Mithun in several films.
Shabana Recounts Mithun’s Days at FTII
In her recent interview, Shabana shared an anecdote about Mithun’s days at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). Mithun was her junior, and she recalled how he would often come to her house, worried about his complexion and teeth. Shabana’s mother would comfort him, telling him that his dance skills were what mattered.
Mithun Chakraborty’s Journey in Films
Mithun Chakraborty made his film debut in 1976 with Mrinal Sen’s iconic film ‘Mrigayaa’, for which he won his first National Film Award. Throughout his career, he worked with Shabana Azmi in films such as ‘Hum Paanch’, ‘Sameera’, ‘Ashanti’, ‘Naseeht’, and ‘Jhoothi Shaan’.
Overcoming Insecurity Through His Craft
Mithun Chakraborty himself spoke about his insecurities regarding his complexion in an interview with film journalist Komal Nahata. He confessed that he had a complex about his skin tone and thought that he couldn’t change it. Instead, he focused on honing his dance and fight skills to distract people from his complexion.