Mumbai: Prime Video in India unveiled the global premiere of Chandu Champion, a biographical sports drama directed by Kabir Khan and highlighted by a stellar performance from Kartik Aaryan. The film, available for streaming in India and 240+ countries and territories as of August 9, showcases India’s first Paralympics gold medalist played by Aaryan, alongside a talented cast. This addition offers Prime members in India access to exclusive entertainment, savings, and convenience for ₹1499/year.
Chandu Champion tells the true story of Murlikant Petkar, a soldier disabled in the 1965 war who later became India’s first Paralympic gold medalist, showcasing themes of perseverance and the human spirit.
Manish Menghani, director of Content Licensing, Prime Video India said, “Chandu Champion has won hearts with its powerful storytelling and Kartik Aaryan’s remarkable performance. We are excited to bring this inspiring film to our service, showcasing Murlikant Petkar’s incredible journey. At Prime Video, we aim to offer impactful and entertaining stories, and Chandu Champion is a perfect addition to our repertoire of films. We believe it will resonate with audiences globally, inspiring and entertaining them alike.”
Producer Sajid Nadiadwala said, “Certain stories must be shared with the world and Chandu Champion is one such story, crafted with sheer dedication and passion. I feel incredibly fortunate to bring this inspiring tale to life along with this fabulous team. Kabir and the entire team have tirelessly worked towards excellence. Our association with Prime Video previously has been fantastic and we are confident that upon its release today on the service, it will make a significant impact on audiences globally.”
“From concept to final edits, this film has been a labor of love. Sometimes stories choose us, and I’m fortunate this one did. It’s a compelling underdog story of a man who refused to give up. We wanted to celebrate him and reach as many people as possible. With Prime Video’s expansive reach, we’re excited to share Chandu Champion with audiences worldwide,” shared director Kabir Khan.
Actor Kartik Aaryan shares “Playing Mr. Murlikant Petkar has been an absolute honour and a transformative journey for me. It took me one and a half years of intense preparation to truly get into his skin. I had to completely cut out sugar and follow a strict diet during this period. His incredibly inspiring story resonated deeply with me, and I will forever be grateful to Kabir sir and Sajid sir for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. This has been the most challenging film of my career, featuring an eight-minute one-take war sequence, wrestling, swimming, and much more. I’m humbled and overwhelmed by the phenomenal response so far – with people calling it my career’s best performance and the best film – that truly makes this film very special for me. Now I’m thrilled for Prime Video audiences to experience the power and heart of Chandu Champion. I hope viewers worldwide draw inspiration from his unshakeable spirit,”
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