Kartik Aaryan celebrates first Filmfare Best Actor win with Kabir Khan and Chandu Champion team

Kartik Aaryan celebrates first Filmfare Best Actor win with Kabir Khan and Chandu Champion team

Kartik Aaryan, Kabir Khan and the Chandu Champion team celebrated in style after the film’s big win at the 70th Filmfare Awards, where Kartik took home his first-ever Best Actor (Male) trophy.

The celebration was hosted by producer Wardha Khan Nadiadwala, who shared joyful moments from the party on Instagram, writing, “There’s something magical about seeing dreams come true. Party toh banti hai!” Her post featured candid photos of Kartik Aaryan, Kabir Khan, and producer Sajid Nadiadwala beaming with pride, holding the iconic Black Lady trophy.

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In her caption, Wardha praised Kartik’s journey, saying, “Your journey as Chandu has left us all emotional. Congratulations on your first Filmfare Best Actor win, Champ.” She also extended gratitude to the film’s entire crew, calling it a moment of pride for everyone involved — “With a heart full of gratitude and humility, many more to come.”

The evening brought together the creative trio that powered Chandu Champion — Kabir Khan’s direction, Sajid Nadiadwala’s production vision, and Kartik Aaryan’s transformation into Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympic gold medalist. Their collective energy was evident in the pictures, filled with laughter, selfies, and a genuine sense of achievement.

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Kartik, who underwent an intense physical and emotional transformation for the film, has often called Chandu Champion one of the toughest yet most rewarding experiences of his career. The Filmfare win marks a new chapter for the actor, cementing his position as one of the most bankable stars in the industry.

The celebrations were attended by close friends and collaborators, including Kabir Khan’s wife Mini Mathur, who joined in the cheer. With music, camaraderie, and a few emotional moments, it was more than a party — it was a reflection of how persistence, teamwork, and faith in a story can lead to something extraordinary.