Hyderabad: Bollywood heartthrob Kartik Aaryan began his career with Luv Ranjan's Pyaar Ka Punchnama and has since gone on to become one of Bollywood's most popular actors. One of his most anticipated films is Kabir Khan's Chandu Champion, in which he portrays the protagonist. Recently, the actor shared a still from the film's 8-minute single-take war sequence, expressing immense gratitude for the scene.
Kartik Aaryan has been keeping busy filming Kabir Khan's sports drama Chandu Champion. Recently, Kartik and the crew shot an incredible 8-minute-long one-take war sequence during the film's second schedule. The shoot took place at a height of 9000 feet above sea level.
The sequence was apparently shot in the scenic Aru Valley in Jammu and Kashmir, depicting a 1965 conflict in the film. The team had constructed a large army camp at the site. Prior to filming, the cast of the film, which includes Kartik, Vijay Raaz, and Bhuvan Arora, went through a five-day long rehearsal. It was eventually shot, on the sixth day.
The actor posted about it on his Instagram account with the caption: "This 8 minutes long single-shot war scene turned out to be the most challenging, spectacular and yes, difficult but also the most memorable shot of my acting career. Thank you @kabirkhankk sir for giving me a memory to cherish for a lifetime. #ChanduChampion 🇮🇳#SajidNadiadwala"
Kabir Khan directorial Chandu Champion is bankrolled by Sajid Nadiadwala under the umbrella of Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The story is based on the life of freestyle swimmer Murlikant Petkar, India's first Paralympic gold medalist. After finishing their London tour in August, the squad travelled to Kashmir for the next schedule in September. Chandu Champion is scheduled to hit thetares in 2024.
Apart from Chandu Champion, Kartik is also being considered for roles in Aashiqui 3 and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. As per a report, he is also collaborating with Shimit Amin on a period musical film.
