Context:
Recently, the legendary actor Mithun Chakraborty was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award for 2022.
More on the News:
- This accolade, to be presented at the 70th National Film Awards on October 8, 2024, recognizes his remarkable contributions to Indian cinema over nearly five decades.
- The award announcement was made by Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who emphasized Chakraborty’s dual legacy as both an iconic actor and a dedicated philanthropist.
About Dadasaheb Phalke Award:
- The Dadasaheb Phalke Award was introduced by the Government of India in 1969, to commemorate Dadasaheb Phalke’s contribution to Indian cinema
- He directed India’s first full-length feature film, Raja Harishchandra in 1913.
- The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India’s highest honour in cinema. The recipients are recognized for their ‘outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema’.
Reward(s) Given:
- A Swarna Kamal (Golden Lotus) medallion
- A Shawl
- A cash prize of ₹10 Lakh (US$12,000)
- The first recipient of the award was actress Devika Rani Chaudhri, who was honoured at the 17th National Film Awards in 1969.