I was always shamed for my skin colour: Mithun Chakraborty

Mithun Chakraborty is a name that has earned a legendary status in the Indian film industry. In recent times, the star opened up about his past struggles. While appearing on the hit reality-show, "Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Lil' Champs", the actor shared stories of the discrimination he faced due to his 'darker skin tone'.

"I never want anybody to go through what I have gone through in life. Everyone has seen struggles and fought through difficult days, but I was always called out for my skin colour. I have been disrespected for a lot of years because of my skin colour and I have seen days when I had to sleep with an empty stomach, and I used to cry myself to sleep. In fact, there were days when I had to think about what my next meal will be, and where I will go to sleep. I have also slept on the footpath for a lot of days," said Mithun.

Mithun Chakraborty made his debut in the film industry with "Mrigayaa" (1976) which won him the National Film Award. Afterwards, the actor went through a meteoric rise, with many successful films like "Disco Dancer", "Wardat", "Boxer", and "Agneepath", among others.

"This is the only reason I don't want my biopic to be ever made! My story will never inspire anyone, it will break them down (mentally) and discourage people from achieving their dreams. I don't want that to happen! If I can do it, anyone else can do it. I have fought a lot to prove myself in this industry. I am not legendary because I have given hit movies, I am a legend because I have surpassed all the pains and struggles of my life," concluded Mithun.