Pranav Birje | The News Bulletins
Kartik Aaryan, the bankable superstar of this generation, continues to soar high! The actor has bagged his first-ever Filmfare Award for Best Actor for his powerhouse performance in Chandu Champion, and heartfelt wishes are pouring in from all corners, including the real hero himself, Murlikant Petkar. Kartik Aaryan poured his heart, soul, and relentless hard work into becoming Murlikant Petkar, undergoing intense physical transformation, rigorous training, and deep emotional preparation. He lived and breathed the journey of India’s first Paralympic gold medalist, capturing not just the athlete’s resilience but also his indomitable spirit.
The living legend, whose inspiring life story Kartik brought to life on screen, took to social media to pen a touching note of appreciation. Sharing Kartik’s picture, he wrote —
“Congratulations, Kartik Aaryan, on winning the 70th Hyundai Filmfare Best Actors Award 2025 in collaboration with Gujarat Tourism for the film Chandu Champion. What a remarkable achievement, especially as this marks your very first Filmfare Best Actor Award. This is a significant moment in your career, and you truly deserve it.! Your talent and dedication truly shine through, and this recognition is well-deserved.
A heartfelt congratulations also goes out to Kabir Khan for directing this remarkable film with such vision and passion. Your creativity and hard work have undoubtedly made a significant impact.
Wishing you both continued success and many more awards in the future. All the best!”
Murlikant Ji’s words of admiration mark a truly emotional and proud moment for Kartik Aaryan a full-circle moment where the real champion salutes the reel champion.
Chandu Champion showcased Kartik in an extraordinary transformation — vulnerable yet fierce, emotional yet unstoppable, cementing a new milestone in his cinematic journey. His performance struck a powerful chord with both critics and audiences alike, reaffirming his place among Bollywood’s finest actors who blend mass appeal with meaningful storytelling.
On the work front, Kartik will next be seen in Karan Johar’s romantic comedy Tu Mera Main Teri, Main Tera Tu Meri, marking his first collaboration with Dharma Productions. He also has Anurag Basu’s untitled love story and the highly anticipated Naagzila lined up.