Namashi Chakraborty recalls dad Mithun Chakraborty was labelled as B-grade actor: 'My father doesn't behave like a star even today...'

After Sunita Ahuja recently slammed Bollywood for sidelining ’90s superstar Govinda, another strong voice has echoed the sentiment. Namashi Chakraborty, son of veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty, has now spoken out, revealing how the industry once dismissed his father by branding him a 'B-grade' actor despite his massive popularity.

Mithun Chakraborty's Humility Amidst Stardom

In a candid conversation on the YouTube channel Who’s On Air? with Kamlesh Shetty, Namashi Chakraborty opened up about his father's down-to-earth nature despite being one of the biggest stars of his time. He shared that Mithun Chakraborty never let fame affect his humility, and was always grounded. Namashi also criticized the inauthentic nature of the Bollywood industry, pointing out how his father stood out as a rare exception.

Mithun’s Self-Made Success Story

Namashi praised his father Mithun Chakraborty for his remarkable journey from Bengal to Bollywood, achieving success on his own terms. He highlighted Mithun’s resilience during the decline of his lead roles in the '90s, when he turned to low-budget action films in Ooty. Despite being labeled a B-grade actor by the media, Mithun made over 100 films, creating his own niche industry, yet faced little support from Bollywood's mainstream media, which often favored other stars.

Bollywood’s Changing Dynamics and Outsiders’ Struggles

Namashi reflected on the changing dynamics of Bollywood, using self-made stars like Govinda and Shah Rukh Khan as examples. He lamented how the industry has become more focused on connections and backgrounds rather than talent, making it increasingly difficult for outsiders to break in. He pointed out that if a talent like Mithun Chakraborty were to emerge today, Bollywood would likely overlook him, with the industry now prioritizing surnames over skills.