Aditya N
Aditya N
Kartik Aaryan emerged as the pioneer in Bollywood’s post-pandemic era by delivering a blockbuster worth 180 crores with Bhool Bhulaiya 2 in 2022. He garnered immense recognition as the next prominent superstar from the younger generation. After that, he was seen in Satya Prem Ki Katha, which performed moderately at the box office but brought praise to Kartik Aryan and Kiara Advani for their performances. Unfortunately, his previous film, Shehzada, was a big disaster at the box office. Consequently, the anticipation for his forthcoming biopic, Chandu Champion, has intensified.
Chandu Champion, a film directed by the renowned Kabir Khan and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, narrates the remarkable journey of Paralympic gold medalist Murlikant Petkar. In an attempt to create excitement, Chandu Champion made history by being the first movie to announce its advance bookings on the iconic Burj Khalifa. Unfortunately, these promotional endeavors have not yielded the desired results. Despite the project’s high-profile status, substantial budget, and aggressive promotional efforts, the film’s advance bookings have been disappointing. There are rumors within the industry that the producers may have attempted to artificially boost advance sales in order to give the impression of a solid opening. Yet, even with demand, this tactic has not succeeded in generating interest.
The fate of Chandu Champion, a film that holds the potential to redefine the sports biopic genre, now rests in the hands of the audience. The tickets sold in the three national chains of multiplexes (PVR, INOX, Cinepolis) have not yet reached the 5000 mark. The initial aim of a 15-crore opening day, which would have been considered satisfactory for the film, now seems unattainable. The projections have drastically dropped to a mere 5-6 crores, making even a 10-crore opening appear out of reach. The film’s destiny now relies heavily on word-of-mouth. It must receive an exceptional response on the first day to anticipate a miraculous change in its box office performance. The audience’s support is crucial in this journey, and their positive response can turn the tide in favor of Chandu Champion.
