Murlikant Petkar Thanks Sajid Nadiadwala For Bringing His Paralympic Story To Life With Chandu Champion

Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment, led by Sajid Nadiadwala, has brought the inspiring story of Murlikant Petkar to the big screen. Petkar is celebrated as India's first Paralympic gold medallist. Recently, he was honoured with the Arjuna Award (Lifetime) 52 years after his remarkable achievement.

Petkar expressed his gratitude upon receiving this honour, saying, "I am truly overwhelmed and deeply grateful to receive the prestigious Arjuna lifetime Award. This recognition is not just a personal achievement, but a testament to the collective effort and belief of many incredible individuals. I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Sajid Nadiadwala ji for not only believing in my story but also investing his trust and resources to bring my story to life on screen through the film Chandu Champion. His unwavering support has made all the difference. I would also like to mention Kabir Khans efforts for his direction of my journey to the big screen in the most authentic way. And to Kartik, whose portrayal of my story was nothing short of perfect. This moment is as much theirs as it is mine, I am truly grateful to the entire team of Chandu Champion to make this film and inspire so many people in the country with my story."

Before achieving fame in para-swimming, Petkar showcased his talent across various sports disciplines. His journey reflects immense courage and determination, making him a symbol of historic success.