Kartik Aaryan shares a video and social media post showing his family’s reaction after he is announced as a National Film Awards winner for “Chandu Champion.” The actor posts the moment live as the National Film Awards are announced and includes his mother’s emotional response when his name appears. He describes the win as a long-held dream finally coming true, and he expresses gratitude in his caption while sharing the celebration with his parents.
The award is part of the 72nd National Film Awards. According to the reporting, the Best Actor in a Leading Role honour is shared, with Mammootty recognized for “Bramayugam” and Kartik Aaryan recognized for “Chandu Champion.” The film is a biographical sports drama based on the life of Murlikant Petkar, described as India’s first Paralympic gold medallist. Kartik Aaryan’s performance is linked to the character’s portrayal of Petkar, including a reported physical transformation for the role. “Chandu Champion” is reported as released theatrically worldwide on June 14, 2024, before the awards announcement.