Mumbai, July 21 -- Director Kabir Khan has lauded Kartik Aaryan's Best Actor win at the 72nd National Film Awards for "Chandu Champion", calling it a well-deserved recognition of the actor's extraordinary commitment and perseverance.
Khan said that as soon as he got the news of Aaryan receiving the National Award, he immediately called him and congratulated him. He said that this honour is the result of the actor's extraordinary hard work, dedication and acting talent.
The 57-year-old filmmaker said, "I am extremely happy for Kartik and proud of what he has achieved with 'Chandu Champion'. This is a film on which we all worked very hard. Kartik completely transformed himself physically and mentally for this character. I am happy that his ...