Prime Video has today added Hindi blockbuster Chandu Champion to its growing slate of Indian and international movies and shows. The movie gained critical acclaim when it first released in theatres on June 14. Earlier available for rent on Prime Video, the film is now available to stream exclusively for Prime Video subscribers in India and 240 countries and territories worldwide. It is based on the life of Murlikant Petkar, who won India its first Paralympics gold medal in 1972.
Who is in the cast of Chandu Champion?
Chandu Champion stars Kartik Aaryan as Murlikant Petkar, along with Vijay Raaz, Bhuvan Arora, Yashpal Sharma, Rajpal Yadav, Aniruddh Dave, and Shreyas Talpade in key roles. It is directed by Kabir Khan, the critically acclaimed film is produced by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment and Kabir Khan Films.
“Chandu Champion has won hearts with its powerful storytelling and Kartik Aaryan's remarkable performance," says Manish Menghani, director of Content Licensing, Prime Video India. "We are excited to bring this inspiring film to our service, showcasing Murlikant Petkar's incredible journey. At Prime Video, we aim to offer impactful and entertaining stories, and Chandu Champion is a perfect addition to our repertoire of films. We believe it will resonate with audiences globally, inspiring and entertaining them alike."
"Certain stories must be shared with the world and Chandu Champion is one such story, crafted with sheer dedication and passion. I feel incredibly fortunate to bring this inspiring tale to life along with this fabulous team,” says Producer Sajid Nadiadwala. “Kabir and the entire team have tirelessly worked towards excellence. Our association with Prime Video previously has been fantastic and we are confident that upon its release today on the service, it will make a significant impact on audiences globally."
What’s the plot of Chandu Champion?
Chandu Champion chronicles the extraordinary true story of Murlikant Petkar, who served as a soldier in the 1965 Indo-Pak War and sustained injuries that left him physically impaired. But in the face of these challenges, Petkar went on to become a champion sportsman across several disciplines, winning India’s first Paralympic gold medal in 1972. Through his inspiring journey, the film highlights themes of perseverance, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit, making it a compelling watch for audiences worldwide.
"From concept to final edits, this film has been a labour of love. Sometimes stories choose us, and I'm fortunate this one did. It's a compelling underdog story of a man who refused to give up. We wanted to celebrate him and reach as many people as possible. With Prime Video's expansive reach, we're excited to share Chandu Champion with audiences worldwide," says director Kabir Khan.
Actor Kartik Aaryan says “Playing Mr. Murlikant Petkar has been an absolute honour and a transformative journey for me. It took me one and a half years of intense preparation to truly get into his skin. I had to completely cut out sugar and follow a strict diet during this period. His incredibly inspiring story resonated deeply with me, and I will forever be grateful to Kabir sir and Sajid sir for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. This has been the most challenging film of my career, featuring an eight-minute one-take war sequence, wrestling, swimming, and much more. I'm humbled and overwhelmed by the phenomenal response so far - with people calling it my career’s best performance and the best film - that truly makes this film very special for me. Now I’m thrilled for Prime Video audiences to experience the power and heart of Chandu Champion. I hope viewers worldwide draw inspiration from his unshakeable spirit.”
How to watch Chandu Champion on Prime Video?
The Hindi film is now available to stream on Prime starting August 9. Chandu Champion is the latest addition to Prime Video, which is available as part of your Prime membership. Prime members in India enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership for just ₹1499/year.
What’s more on Prime Video?
Prime Video hosts thousands of acclaimed TV shows and movies across languages and geographies, including Indian films such as Yodha, Aavesham, Star, Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, The Great Indian Family, Sharmajee Ki Beti and Garudan along with Indian-produced Original series like Poacher, Indian Police Force, Dil Dosti Dilemma, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Panchayat, Mirzapur and more. Also included are popular global Originals such as The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power, Gen V, Fallout, The Wheel of Time, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and many more. Prime Video content streams in Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi and Bengali, besides English.
