Chandu Champion: Kartik Aaryan Says He Became “Anti-Social”

The film Chandu Champion, featuring Kartik Aaryan as Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympic gold medalist, is set to be released on June 14, 2024, with a budget of approximately 140 crore. The movie depicts the remarkable journey of a man who faced challenges but never gave up. Kartik Aaryan shared how immersing himself in his role for this film had a profound impact on his personal life.

How it Affected Kartik’s Life 

During an interview with the Film Companion, the actor revealed that he became very reclusive while filming Chandu Champion, as the role demanded intense training, workshops, and dietary changes. Kartik explained that he had to dedicate himself completely to embody the character of Murlikant Petkar, even if it meant leading an isolated life. He mentioned, “I was living an anti-social life and I started to enjoy it as I worked on my physical transformation for the role.”

Speaking to Pinkvilla, Kartik Aaryan shared his admiration for Murlikant Petkar’s real-life story, highlighting how anyone striving to achieve their dreams could resonate with it. He described the narrative as an underdog story that inspires individuals to pursue their aspirations relentlessly. Kartik expressed a deep connection with the journey portrayed in Chandu Champion, emphasizing the universal theme of a young man’s relentless pursuit of success in life.

Result of This in Kartik Aaryan’s next shoot

Kartik said that when he went to the set to shoot his next film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, a comedy drama movie he had to get out of his Chandu Champion zone.

Actor said, Finding the right balance was hard, he further stated. “I even double-checked with him. As I started shooting for Bhool Bhulaiyaa and did first scene, I was told that my energy had dropped and I needed to increase it.” He continued, stating that he kept trying to raise his energy but felt like he was acting too much.