Bollywood has, over the years, witnessed numerous accounts where prominent actors faced threats from the notorious underworld. Among the elite list of those threatened, Mithun Chakraborty‘s name stands out due to a rather peculiar reason: Mandakini. To the surprise of many, Sanjay Dutt emerged as the hero in this real-life drama, coming to Mithun’s aid during this tumultuous period.
In the 1980s, MithunChakraborty enjoyed unparalleled stardom with countless films under his belt.His professional pairing with actress Mandakini was particularly celebrated. Their on-screen camaraderie was palpable, making audiences yearn to see more of them together. As they appeared in more films side by side, whispers of a brewing off-screen romance began to circulate online. The timing was sensitive, given the concurrent news reports suggesting Mandakini’s romantic involvement with the infamous underworld figure,Dawood Ibrahim.
Various reports and industry insiders began speculating about a possible romantic entanglement between Mithun and Mandakini. Such gossip didn’t sit well with Dawood, who was reportedly deeply infatuated with Mandakini. Even as both actors sought to dispel these rumours, emphasizing their professional rapport, Dawood remained skeptical. The animosity reached its peak when Dawood dispatched his goons to intimidate Mithun. The latter found himself plagued by relentless phone calls, many bearing ominous threats, allegedly from the underworld kingpin’s associates. These weren’t just mere threats; several bordered on fatal warnings. Distressed and seeking a way out, Mithun turned to his friend, Sanjay Dutt. Sanjay Dutt, known for his candidness, had previously acknowledged having acquaintances in the underworld. Leveraging this network, he promptly intervened, making a few strategic calls that apparently kept Mithun safe from harm. Furthermore, Sanjay offered Mithun a piece of crucial advice: to sever his professional ties with Mandakini. Following this counsel, the once-beloved cinematic duo of Mithun and Mandakini never shared screen space again.
This story underscores the unpredictable overlaps of Bollywood and the underworld, where friendships, rumours, and rivalries can dangerously intermingle, sometimes demanding interventions from unexpected quarters.
Meanwhile, on the work front, Mithun Chakraborty will next be seen in Suman Ghosh’s ‘Kabuliwala’, based on Rabindranath Tagore’s famous story, where the veteran actor is set to play the titular role. The film also stars Abir Chatterjee and Sohini Sarkar in key roles.
In the 1980s, MithunChakraborty enjoyed unparalleled stardom with countless films under his belt.His professional pairing with actress Mandakini was particularly celebrated. Their on-screen camaraderie was palpable, making audiences yearn to see more of them together. As they appeared in more films side by side, whispers of a brewing off-screen romance began to circulate online. The timing was sensitive, given the concurrent news reports suggesting Mandakini’s romantic involvement with the infamous underworld figure,Dawood Ibrahim.
Various reports and industry insiders began speculating about a possible romantic entanglement between Mithun and Mandakini. Such gossip didn’t sit well with Dawood, who was reportedly deeply infatuated with Mandakini. Even as both actors sought to dispel these rumours, emphasizing their professional rapport, Dawood remained skeptical. The animosity reached its peak when Dawood dispatched his goons to intimidate Mithun. The latter found himself plagued by relentless phone calls, many bearing ominous threats, allegedly from the underworld kingpin’s associates. These weren’t just mere threats; several bordered on fatal warnings. Distressed and seeking a way out, Mithun turned to his friend, Sanjay Dutt. Sanjay Dutt, known for his candidness, had previously acknowledged having acquaintances in the underworld. Leveraging this network, he promptly intervened, making a few strategic calls that apparently kept Mithun safe from harm. Furthermore, Sanjay offered Mithun a piece of crucial advice: to sever his professional ties with Mandakini. Following this counsel, the once-beloved cinematic duo of Mithun and Mandakini never shared screen space again.
This story underscores the unpredictable overlaps of Bollywood and the underworld, where friendships, rumours, and rivalries can dangerously intermingle, sometimes demanding interventions from unexpected quarters.
Meanwhile, on the work front, Mithun Chakraborty will next be seen in Suman Ghosh’s ‘Kabuliwala’, based on Rabindranath Tagore’s famous story, where the veteran actor is set to play the titular role. The film also stars Abir Chatterjee and Sohini Sarkar in key roles.
