Actor and politician Babul Supriyo reflects on the significant role of destiny in the entertainment industry, inspired by veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty’s insights on success.
MUMBAI—Babul Supriyo, an actor, singer, and politician, has been contemplating the profound influence of destiny in the world of showbiz. His reflections were sparked by an old interview featuring Mithun Chakraborty, a celebrated Dadasaheb Phalke awardee.
In the interview, Chakraborty, who was enjoying a remarkable phase in his film career, attributed much of his success to destiny. He emphasized that while talent is essential, it is destiny that ultimately determines whether that talent will flourish. “Destiny is there. Everything comes with destiny. If the actor is good, then he performs well. But destiny brings all this. Then you have to promote your talent,” he stated.
When asked how long one can rely on destiny, the veteran actor responded, “As long as destiny supports me.” This perspective resonated with Supriyo, who expressed his thoughts in a lengthy social media post.
In his caption, Supriyo described it as “scary” to witness prominent figures in the industry attribute their success to fate. He noted, “It’s pretty scary to hear that ‘everything is Naseeb/Kismat/Luck,’ but it’s not just Mithun Da alone; I have heard even Big B say ‘Bhaggya’ when asked what is that one thing that he attributes his success to.”
Supriyo pointed out that these reflections come from individuals who have achieved remarkable success in their careers. He remarked on the unique nature of Mumbai, a city where both triumph and failure are inevitable experiences for everyone. “Many failures and successes defy artistic or creative logic,” he added, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the industry.
The context of Chakraborty’s journey in cinema further underscores the importance of destiny. Before his illustrious acting career, he was involved in the Naxalbari movement, which was inspired by Maoism. However, he eventually left the movement to pursue his education at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII).
Chakraborty is one of the few actors across various Indian cinema industries to have received a National Award for his debut film, *Mrigayaa*. To date, he has won three National Awards and was recently honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, which is regarded as the highest accolade in Indian cinema.
Supriyo’s reflections on destiny and success in the entertainment industry serve as a reminder of the complex interplay between talent, hard work, and the unpredictable forces that shape careers.
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