Almost a year after Chandu Champion hit the theatres, a shocking discovery about the casting of the movie has been made. Actor Bhuvan Arora recently surfaced and claimed that Kartik Aaryan replaced Sushant Singh Rajput. He was originally slated to play the lead role in this biopic on India’s first Paralympic gold medallist Murlikant Petkar. The news is leaving fans and industry folks abuzz.
Sushant, according to Arora, had bought the biopic rights and was interested in producing Petkar’s life, which was so motivating. On a casual meeting at the airport, Sushant showed interest in playing the Paralympic sportsperson and discussed how promising the film would be. His enthusiasm for the movie is a reflection of his commitment towards portraying real-life heroes, as seen in his portrayal of MS Dhoni in MS Dhoni: The Untold Story.
Move on to Kartik Aaryan
After the untimely death of Sushant in 2020, the rights of the movie were purchased and Kartik Aaryan took over the role. Directed by Kabir Khan, Chandu Champion was released on June 14, 2024 and received a mixed reaction. Despite Kartik delivering a good performance, the association with Sushant gave the legacy of the movie an emotional worth.
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The motivational story of Murlikant Petkar
The film tracks the life of Murlikant Petkar, who overcame physical challenges to become a swimming legend at the Paralympics. His is a life of resilience and strength, and therefore a good tale for the audience.
The announcement of Sushant’s association is a poignant tribute to his passion for storytelling. And his dedication towards making uplifting characters come alive on the big screen. Though he could not make Chandu Champion into a reality, his aspiration continues to touch hearts of fans and the film fraternity.
Chandu Champion is dedicated to Petkar’s legacy as much as Sushant Singh Rajput’s own lasting legacy in Indian cinema. His participation gives the project’s narrative substance and underscores how important it is to pay tribute to actual heroes.
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