Kartik Aaryan’s visit to Mumbai’s Lalbaugcha Raja after receiving his first National Film Award has created a heartwarming moment that goes beyond the usual Bollywood celebration. A day after being honoured with the Best Actor National Award for Chandu Champion, Aaryan arrived at the famous Ganpati pandal carrying the prestigious trophy and sought Lord Ganesha’s blessings.
From Career Milestone to Personal Gratitude
What makes Kartik Aaryan’s Lalbaugcha Raja visit particularly noteworthy is the symbolism attached to it. Instead of keeping the National Award as a personal trophy, the actor chose to place it at Bappa’s feet and express his gratitude. For a performer who has often spoken about his journey from Gwalior and the challenges of making it in Bollywood, the gesture reflects the emotional significance of the achievement.
Kartik won the National Award for portraying Murlikant Petkar, India’s first Paralympic gold medallist, in Kabir Khan’s Chandu Champion. The performance required considerable physical preparation and marked a different phase in the actor’s career. The award was presented at the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony in Gujarat on September 22, where Kartik shared the Best Actor honour with veteran actor Mammootty.
Why Kartik’s Gesture Resonates
Celebrity visits to Lalbaugcha Raja are common during Ganeshotsav, but carrying a major national honour to the deity gives this particular visit a personal dimension. Kartik described himself as “blessed beyond words” while thanking Bappa on social media.
The moment also highlights how professional success can carry an emotional and spiritual meaning for public figures. For Kartik Aaryan, the National Award represents recognition for Chandu Champion, while the Lalbaugcha Raja visit appears to have become a way of acknowledging the faith and support he associates with his journey.