Shabana Azmi
recently recounted an anecdote involving
Mithun Chakraborty
‘s insecurities and how her mother, the renowned theatre and film actor
Shaukat Kaifi
, inspired him to overcome them.
During a conversation on
Arbaaz Khan
‘s celebrity talk show The Invincibles Series, Shabana shared a memory involving Mithun from their days at FTII. She recalled how he visited their home, expressing concerns about his
complexion
and teeth.
Azmi’s mother, Shaukat Kaifi, would comfort him warmly, emphasizing his talent in dancing and offering encouragement typical of their
IPTA circle
.
Chakraborty has openly addressed his challenges regarding his skin tone, admitting that it led to insecurities. In an interview with film journalist Komal Nahata, he revealed how this inspired him to specialize in portraying villainous roles in films, following his training at the film institute.
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He admitted to feeling insecure about his complexion initially but found solace in his dancing and fighting abilities. To redirect focus from his appearance, he innovated his own distinctive dancing style.
