Chandu Champion is a major Hindi film released on June 14, 2024. Directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala's Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, the film stars Kartik Aaryan as Murlikant Petkar, who was India's first Paralympic gold medalist.
The movie was shot in various locations, including London, Jammu, and Maharashtra. It showcases Petkar's incredible journey from his childhood in Maharashtra to his participation in the 1972 Munich Paralympics representing India.
Chandu Champion is receiving a lot of praise for its fantastic story and Kartik Aaryan's outstanding performance. The film showcases the inspiring journey of Murlikant Petkar, who achieved India's first Paralympic gold medal. Viewers appreciate how well Kartik Aaryan embodies the role of Petkar.
The film's technical aspects, such as Sudeep Chatterjee's cinematography and Amar Shetty's realistic action sequences, are receiving positive reviews. However, some viewers felt that not all of Pritam's songs were memorable, with only a few standing out.
Main Actors
Kartik Aaryan as Chandu
Shreyas Talpade as Inspector Sachin
Ganesh Yadav as Ganpat Kaka
Sonali Kulkarni as Journalist
Hemant Choudhary as Brigadier
Palak Lalwani as Nayantara
Adonis Kapsalis as Carlos Pedroza
Story
Chandu Champion tells the story of Murlikant Petkar, the first Paralympic gold medalist from India. It tracks his journey from being an athlete in Maharashtra to his service in the Indian Army. Petkar's strong will leads him to pursue swimming.
The movie depicts Petkar's challenges and the obstacles he encountered as a disabled athlete. It emphasizes his resilience and the encouragement he received from his family and friends, including roles played by Vijay Raaz and Rajpal Yadav.
Box Office
The film opened strongly at the box office, earning approximately ₹10-15 crore on its first day in India. This positive momentum carried on through the weekend, with forecasts suggesting it could surpass ₹100 crore by the end of its first week.
This success is attributed to the engaging story and excellent performances, particularly by Kartik Aaryan. The movie's budget was around ₹100 crore, covering production and marketing expenses. It looks like it will generate significant revenue, needing about ₹150 crore to break even.
