Kapil Dev calls Kartik Aaryan’s ‘Chandu Champion’ ‘spectacular’; actor says ‘this means the world to us’

Kabir Khan’s film ‘Chandu Champion’, starring Kartik Aaryan, has been receiving positive reviews from the audience and critics alike. Former cricketer Kapil Dev, whose career inspired Kabir’s previous film ‘83’, has praised the movie, calling it ‘spectacular.’

Taking to social media, Kapil wrote, ‘Chandu champion! Definitely a film you cannot miss. I really enjoy watching and appreciate sport films. But this goes beyond being just a sports film. It is so much more. While watching it I have laughed, cried, felt pride and cried some more. Hats off to @kabirkhankk. You have done it again. Made yet another spectacular film. What an incredible performance by @kartikaaryan, your effort and talent is shining. Congratulations to the whole cast and crew and thank you for giving us this film to watch. You are all champions!’

Kartik Aaryan reposted Kapil's praise and responded, ‘Coming from the Champion of Grit and Resilience, this means the world to us sir!!! Thank you Sir #ChanduChampion 🇮🇳’

Earlier, screenwriter Javed Akhtar also praised ‘Chandu Champion’. He shared on X, ‘Watched Chandu Champion. Who would have believed it if it not would have been a 100% true story. Particularly enjoyed the 2nd half. Another feather in Kabir khan’s cap. Kartik is a delightful surprise in a dramatic role. Vijay Raaz is brilliant. Cinematographer Sudeep Chatterji’s work is mind blowing. My hats off to the editor.’

‘Chandu Champion’ box office

After four days in theaters, "Chandu Champion" has grossed Rs 26.5 crore at the box office. The film's opening day collections were Rs 4.75 crore, with its highest earnings on the first Sunday, totalling Rs 9.75 crore.

More about ‘Chandu Champion’

‘Chandu Champion’ is a collaborative production between Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan. The film portrays the remarkable life of Murlikant Petkar, India's first Paralympic gold medalist in freestyle swimming. Kartik Aaryan portrays the titular character, depicting various stages of his multifaceted life, including his roles as an Indian Army soldier, wrestler, boxer, 1965 war veteran, and swimmer. The film also features Vijay Raaz, Bhuvan Arora, and Rajpal Yadav in significant roles.

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