Updated On: 01 August, 2023 07:18 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team
Have you heard? Kartik Aaryan, who regained lost ground with Satyaprem Ki Katha, after the debacle of Shehzada earlier this year, has moved on to his next, Chandu Champion. Director Kabir Khan has reportedly begun filming in London and is slated to wrap up the sports drama by January 2024.

Kartik Aaryan; (right) Kabir Khan and Murlikant Petkar
Kartik Aaryan, who regained lost ground with Satyaprem Ki Katha, after the debacle of Shehzada earlier this year, has moved on to his next, Chandu Champion. Director Kabir Khan has reportedly begun filming in London and is slated to wrap up the sports drama by January 2024. Kartik has prepped extensively for the film that is inspired by the struggles and triumphs of paralympic champion Murlikant Petkar. “This is the most challenging character Kartik has essayed in his career so far. He has spared no effort in working hard on his physical transformation with international trainers,” says a source, adding that producer Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir are contemplating sharing the actor’s and also the film’s first look soon. It is being said that the makers have signed a new actor named Bhagyashree opposite Kartik. Her identity is being kept under wraps and will be revealed at the appropriate time. The movie also features Bhuvan Arora (of Farzi fame), Vijay Raaz and Rajpal Yadav in pivotal parts. After completing Chandu Champion, Kartik will begin working on Anurag Basu’s Aashiqui 3, followed by Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 with Anees Bazmee.
