The film Chandu Champion tells the story of Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympic gold medalist,
Chandu Champion, directed by Kabir Khan, is a sports biopic that fails to live up to its potential despite a dedicated performance by Kartik Aaryan. The film tells the story of Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympic gold medalist, but its treatment of the subject is criticized for being overly simplistic and predictable.
The movie starts with promise, showcasing the dramatic journey of Petkar, a soldier who overcomes severe war injuries to achieve sporting glory. However, the narrative soon becomes bogged down by clichéd storytelling and uninspired direction.
Kabir Khan’s attempt to blend emotional depth with rousing sports drama falls flat, with many scenes feeling formulaic and repetitive.
Kartik Aaryan‘s earnest portrayal of the protagonist is commendable, but even his efforts cannot elevate the film above its mediocre execution. Ultimately, Chandu Champion is a missed opportunity, offering little beyond its surface-level depiction of a remarkable real-life hero.
