New Delhi: Kartik Aaryan’s latest venture, Chandu Champion, a sports biography inspired by the life of India’s first Paralympic gold medalist, Murlikant Petkar, is steadily gaining momentum at the Indian box office. Directed by Kabir Khan, the film features an ensemble cast including Vijay Raaz, Bhuvan Arora, Rajpal Yadav, and Shreyas Talpade in key roles.
Released on June 14, 2024, Chandu Champion opened to a promising start with a collection of 5.40 crores on its first day. The film’s earnings saw a significant rise on the second day, amassing 7.70 crores, bringing the total to 13.10 crores by the end of day two.
Early trends for the third day indicate another impressive leap for the film, with estimates ranging between 10 to 10.80 crores. This marks a growth of approximately 29.87-40.25% compared to its Saturday earnings. With these figures, Chandu Champion has crossed the 10-crore mark, taking its cumulative total to an estimated range of 23.10 to 23.90 crores over the weekend.
The film’s team is optimistic about maintaining this momentum, especially with Bakri Eid around the corner, which is expected to further boost box office numbers. However, the film will soon face competition from the highly anticipated Kalki 2898 AD, set to release in ten days.
Adding to the excitement, a special screening of Chandu Champion was organized in Mumbai on Thursday. The event turned out to be a star-studded affair with celebrities such as Vidya Balan, Tiger Shroff, Ananya Panday, Shanaya Kapoor, and Suniel Shetty gracing the occasion. Murlikant Petkar, the inspiration behind the film, also attended the screening, adding a touch of authenticity and honor to the evening.
Kartik Aaryan, known for his successful track record in Bollywood with hits like Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2, and Sonu Ki Titu Ki Sweety, continues to captivate audiences with his portrayal of Murlikant Petkar. Despite its niche sports genre, Chandu Champion is proving to be a crowd-puller, resonating well with viewers and critics alike.
As Chandu Champion marches ahead with robust box office collections and positive word-of-mouth, it remains to be seen how the film will fare in the coming weeks against upcoming releases. For now, Kartik Aaryan and the team have every reason to celebrate their triumph.
