Gratitude to Sajid Nadiadwala for turning his story into a movie – Firstpost

The legendary Murlikant Petkar India’s first Paralympic gold medallist story was purchased to life by Nadiadwala Grandson Leisure Head honcho Sajid Nadiadwala on the massive display screen. Padmashri Petekar obtained Arjuna Award (Lifetime) 52 years after his achievement.

On receiving this prestigious achievement Murlikant Petkar mentioned, “I’m really overwhelmed and deeply grateful to obtain the celebrated Arjuna lifetime Award. This recognition is not only a private achievement, however a testomony to the collective effort and perception of many unbelievable people. I need to lengthen my heartfelt due to Sajid Nadiadwala ji for not solely believing in my story but in addition investing his belief and sources to convey my story to life on display screen by the movie Chandu Champion. His unwavering help has made all of the distinction. I’d additionally like to say Kabir Khans efforts for his route of my journey to the massive display screen in probably the most genuine means. And to Kartik, whose portrayal of my story was nothing in need of good. This second is as a lot theirs as it’s mine, I’m really grateful to the whole crew of Chandu Champion to make this movie and encourage so many individuals within the nation with my story.”

An all-rounder in sports activities, Petkar competed in a number of disciplines earlier than excelling in para-swimming. He stands tall as a real testomony of historic success and bravado.