2024 was indeed a year of pure entertainment. It witnessed films that truly won hearts and left a significant impact across the world. Two such films were Chandu Champion and Laapataa Ladies, which are still making waves. The evidence of their success can be seen in their nominations for the first edition of the Indie Film Festival Awards – New York.
The first edition of the Indie Film Festival Awards – New York has announced its nominations for Hindi films of 2024. While the list is filled with remarkable films, Sajid Nadiadwala’s Chandu Champion, directed by Kabir Khan and starring Kartik Aaryan, along with Kiran Rao’s Laapataa Ladies, starring Nitanshi Goel, Pratibha Ranta, and Sparsh Shrivastava, have also been nominated.
Laapataa Ladies, directed by Kiran Rao, is a comedy-drama that explores themes of identity, empowerment, and the complexities of modern relationships. The film follows the journey of two women who embark on an unexpected adventure, leading to moments of self-discovery and humor. Notably, it is also India’s official entry for the Oscars.
“Chandu Champion” is a 2024 Hindi-language biographical sports drama directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala under Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The film stars Kartik Aaryan in the titular role, portraying Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympic gold medalist. The narrative chronicles Petkar’s inspiring journey from a young boy with Olympic aspirations to a soldier who, after sustaining severe injuries during the 1965 Indo-Pakistani war, becomes a Paralympic champion. The film was released on June 14, 2024, and received mixed-to-positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for Aaryan’s performance. The film’s music, composed by Pritam, features songs like “Satyanaas,” “Tu Hai Champion,” and “Sarphira,” which complement the film’s themes of resilience and determination. Chandu Champion” is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Jointly produced by Sajid Nadiadwala and Kabir Khan, Chandu Champion is undoubtedly one of the most loved films of the year. The extraordinary story of Murlikant Petkar has truly won audiences’ hearts worldwide. With outstanding word-of-mouth, the film has maintained a strong hold at the box office.
