Kartik Aaryan resumes shooting for Anurag Basu’s romantic drama with Sreeleela as he recovers from knee surgery with close-up scenes planned around his recovery – Report | Hindi Movie News
Kartik Aaryan is wasting no time in getting back in front of the camera. Days after undergoing knee surgery following an injury sustained while filming an action sequence for Kabir Khan’s upcoming sports drama, the actor has resumed work on Anurag Basu’s yet-untitled romantic film. According to Mid-Day, Kartik is currently shooting at Film City in Goregaon, and the team is planning portions that require minimal physical movement.
Kartik Aaryan takes up Anurag Basu’s film after knee surgery
Kartik’s return to the sets comes as Anurag Basu’s film enters its final stretch. The actor, who stars alongside
sreeleela.
In the romantic drama, there were still parts to complete. According to Mid-Day, the team has planned close-ups of Kartik so that filming can continue without putting unnecessary strain on his recovering knee. With the film about to end, the actor and Basu reportedly decided not to go ahead with the remaining parts.
The production aims to complete filming by the end of August, provided the schedule progresses as planned.
Kartik Aaryan’s knee injury and surgery
Kartik suffered the injury on August 18 while filming an action sequence for his upcoming sports drama with Kabir Khan. He was later admitted to Fortis Raheja Hospital in Mumbai and underwent surgery. His spokesperson later confirmed that the procedure was successful and that the actor had returned home to recover. The injury occurred while Kartik was filming the final stretch of the project. Despite the setback, reports indicated that the production schedule remained on track and the actor was expected to return once his recovery allowed.
Kartik’s first Instagram post after surgery had a connection with Kabir Khan
Kartik gave fans their first glimpse of his recovery on Instagram on August 23. His post included photos of his injured leg in a brace, a hospital photo showing him with IV cannulas, and glimpses of his previous training for the sports drama.Keeping his trademark humor intact, Kartik captioned the post: “Kabir sir said break a leg.”Kabir Khan responded in the same playful spirit, writing, “Hahaha… Bhai Har baat itni seriously mat sunna karo,” joking that Kartik had taken the expression quite literally.
Kartik Aaryan’s National Award win boosts career momentum
The injury and recovery come at a particularly significant time in Kartik’s career. In July, he shared the Best Actor honor with Mammootty at the 72nd National Film Awards for his portrayal of Paralympic gold medalist Murlikant Petkar in Kabir Khan’s ‘Chandu Champion’.
The recognition marked a major milestone in the career of Kartik, whose transformation for the sports biopic had already earned him considerable attention.
Interestingly, the actor’s latest injury occurred while he was working on his second collaboration with Kabir Khan.
What is Kartik Aaryan’s next film with Kabir Khan?
Kartik and Kabir Khan reunite after ‘Chandu Champion’ for another sports drama. The upcoming film is reportedly inspired by the life of Kashmiri kickboxing champion Tajamul Islam, with Kartik playing a kickboxing trainer who trains a young Kashmiri girl.
Kartik also debuts as a producer on the project, adding another dimension to his association with the film. Despite his injury, Kabir Khan has indicated that the schedule remains as planned.
Kartik Aaryan’s packed lineup includes ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’
With Anurag Basu’s film nearing completion, Kartik has a busy schedule ahead. He is all set to headline Naagzilla, directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba, and will also return for ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 4’. His line-up also includes ‘Captain India’ and an untitled project with director Sandeep Modi.
