Kartik Aaryan's Melbourne adventure: A perfect mix of ice cream, football, and fun

The Indian Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM) is set to honour Kabir Khan’s acclaimed film Chandu Champion, which premiered in June, with a special event featuring Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan.

The film, which has captivated audiences globally with its inspiring story of Padmashri Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympics gold medalist, will be the focus of a unique "Fan Interactive Session" on August 17, 2024.

This session will offer fans the chance to engage directly with both Aaryan and director Kabir Khan as they delve into the film’s making and its impact.

Chandu Champion has received widespread praise for its powerful storytelling and Aaryan’s transformative performance, marking a career milestone for the actor. The film's emotional depth and compelling narrative have resonated strongly with audiences, making this session a highlight of the festival, which runs from August 15th to 25th, 2024.

Recently, Kartik Aaryan gave his followers a taste of Melbourne’s vibrant culture through his Instagram feed. In a series of lively photos and videos, Aaryan captured the city's eclectic spirit, from enjoying ice cream and football to participating in a silent disco and indulging in cotton candy. His caption, "Ice cream to football to silent disco to cotton candy. Melbourne is a vibe," perfectly encapsulates the city's dynamic energy.

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In one video, Aaryan humorously engages with fans who had recently watched Chandu Champion, saying, "Sorry, Chandu Champion ki baat kar rahe aur mai ye buddhi ke baal kha raha hu," showing his playful side.

Kartik Aaryan’s Instagram post was met with enthusiastic responses from his fans. Comments included, "Even the cotton candy blushed after seeing your reaction," and, "The photo/video dump we needed." One fan even requested, "We would like this kind of update daily. Kindly consider my request. Thank you!"

Following the success of Chandu Champion, Aaryan is preparing for his next film, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, directed by Anees Bazmee. Set for release during Diwali 2024, the film promises to add a thrilling new chapter to the franchise and will feature Triptii Dimri alongside Aaryan. Additionally, Vidya Balan will make a return as Manjulika, further heightening anticipation for the film.