‘Super proud’: Kartik Aaryan returns to ‘Captain India’ sets after National Award win
Kartik Aaryan celebrates his National Award win for Chandu Champion on the sets of Captain India. The team expresses immense pride in the actor.
Kartik Aaryan has made a triumphant return to the filming schedule of his upcoming project, Captain India, following his historic National Award win. The atmosphere on set was nothing short of electric as the cast and crew gathered to celebrate the actor's prestigious achievement.
A Grand Welcome for the National Award Winner
The production team at Baweja Studio shared their excitement on social media, marking the actor's return with a celebratory video. In the footage, Aaryan is seen cutting a cake amidst cheers from the entire crew, a gesture meant to honor his recent milestone.
The team expressed their immense pride in the collaboration, noting the unique synergy of the production. In a heartfelt post, the studio remarked, “Welcome back Captain @kartikaaryan. Team #Captain India is super proud to have you back on sets and we can’t stop celebrating!!” They further highlighted the caliber of the project, mentioning that the production now features both a National Award-winning director and a National Award-winning actor.
Reflecting on the ‘Chandu Champion’ Triumph
Aaryan’s recent accolade comes for his transformative performance in the film Chandu Champion, where he portrayed the legendary Murlikant Petkar, India's first Paralympic gold medalist in freestyle swimming. The role, which required intense physical and emotional dedication, has catapulted him to the pinnacle of Indian cinema.
Speaking about the honor, a visibly moved Aaryan expressed his gratitude to the President and the audience. He described the experience as surreal, stating, “I am speechless.” Reflecting on his roots, the actor shared a poignant message on social media, describing himself as a “mumma’s boy from Gwalior” who dared to pursue acting despite the skepticism often faced by those from small towns.
The actor credited his success to the trust placed in him by his mentors, specifically mentioning his gratitude to Kabir Khan and Sajid Nadiadwala for the opportunity to play the role of Murlikant Petkar. He noted that while the journey to bring the story of the Paralympic champion to life was “extremely painful,” the ultimate recognition was “as sweet as rasmalai.”
The Road Ahead with Captain India
As Aaryan resumes work on Captain India, the momentum from his National Award win is expected to bring significant buzz to the production. The actor's ability to portray complex, inspiring figures—as seen in his 2024 release Chandu Champion—has solidified his position as one of the most promising talents in the industry today.