Will Chandu Champion Be Kartik Aaryan’s Biggest Opener? Theaters Set to Reopen Nationwide

Pune, 12th June 2024: Chandu Champion, starring Kartik Aaryan, is set to release this Friday, generating significant anticipation among fans and industry watchers. The film marks Kartik’s first collaboration with director Kabir Khan and features him in the role of Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympic gold medalist in swimming. With its nationwide release on June 14, the film is expected to reopen many theaters that have been closed for a long time, particularly in Bihar.

Chandu Champion: Releasing This Friday
Kartik Aaryan is gearing up for a major release with Chandu Champion, just two days away from hitting theaters. The movie is generating excitement across the country as Kartik steps into the shoes of Murlikant Petkar, who won India’s first Paralympic gold medal in the 50-meter freestyle swimming event in Heidelberg, Germany. Directed by Kabir Khan, this film has created considerable buzz.

Many Theaters Will Reopen
For the first time, Kartik will be seen in the role of a sports person, breaking away from his usual lover boy image. The success of this transformation will be revealed on June 14 with the film’s release. Alongside Chandu Champion’s release, several theaters across India will reopen, particularly in states like Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.

Theaters Set to Reopen
Several theaters, long closed in India, especially in Bihar, will reopen with the release of Chandu Champion on June 14. These include NJ Cinema in Umarkote, Odisha; APR Cinema, Chandra Cinema, and Mukta Cinemaplex in Dalsinghsarai, Bihar; Evlix Cinema in Jharkhand; and SVF Kalyani Cinema in West Bengal.

Will It Be Kartik’s Biggest Opener?
The buzz surrounding Chandu Champion suggests a strong opening, but whether it will be Kartik’s biggest opener remains to be seen. Reviewing the collections of his previous films gives some perspective:

– Satyaprem Ki Katha: ₹8.25 Crore
– Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2: ₹14.11 Crore
– Shehzada: ₹6 Crore
– Luka Chuppi: ₹8.01 Crore
– Love Aaj Kal: ₹12.4 Crore

Kartik Aaryan’s Special Preparation for the Film
To portray Murlikant Petkar, Kartik underwent extensive preparation, including swimming training and significant weight loss, reducing his body fat from 39% to 7% and his weight from 90 kg to 72 kg. Both Kartik and his fans are eagerly awaiting the release of Chandu Champion, hoping it marks a significant milestone in his career.