Veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty, renowned for his performances in iconic films including ‘Mrigayaa’, ‘Surakshaa’, ‘Disco Dancer’, and ‘Dance Dance’, has been honored with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, which is the highest accolade bestowed by the government in the realm of cinema. This significant recognition was announced on Monday, following Chakraborty’s recent receipt of the Padma Bhushan, which is the third-highest civilian award in India, highlighting his remarkable contributions to the film industry. The announcement was made by Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw via the social media platform X, marking a momentous occasion in the actor’s illustrious career.