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Karan Johar Praises Kartik Aaryan's Stellar Performance in 'Chandu Champion'
Acclaimed filmmaker Karan Johar lauded the Kartik Aaryan-led film, Chandu Champion, which he described as "solid, sincere, and supreme." Johar's praise extended not only to the film itself but also to its director and lead actor.
Sharing his thoughts on Instagram, Karan Johar highlighted the exceptional work of director Kabir Khan, remarking, "Kabir Khan directs this brave and inspiring life tale like a love letter to the human spirit." He also commended Kartik Aaryan's performance, stating, "Kartik Aaryan gives his career-best performance with a humane and honest portrayal."
Chandu Champion tells the remarkable real-life story of India's first Paralympic gold medalist, Murlikant Petkar. Kartik Aaryan takes on the role of Petkar, while Vijay Raaz portrays his coach. The film also features performances from Rajpal Yadav and Bhuvan Arora.
The film has been performing decently at the box office, having crossed the Rs 40 crore mark within its first week of release. As anticipation builds, audiences are keen to see how the film will fare over the upcoming weekend.
Interestingly, this praise from Johar marks a significant moment in his relationship with Aaryan. The two had a notable fallout in 2021 when Kartik was abruptly dropped from Johar's Dostana 2. Despite the film's initial progress and Kartik's co-starring role alongside Janhvi Kapoor, Dharma Productions announced a recasting due to "professional circumstances," leading to widespread speculation about creative differences and Kartik's alleged "unprofessional" behaviour.
In a recent interview, Kartik Aaryan addressed these past tensions, suggesting that the incident was blown out of proportion due to miscommunication. He emphasized that the controversy was a thing of the past, indicating a potential reconciliation between the actor and the filmmaker.
Released on June 14, 2024, Chandu Champion is a biographical sports drama produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The film has struck a chord with audiences, celebrating the inspiring life and achievements of Murlikant Petkar.
- PTC PUNJABI
