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Kartik Aaryan's Kickboxing Journey: A New Challenge
2 Mar
Summary
- Kartik Aaryan to play a kickboxing coach.
- Film inspired by youngest kickboxing world champion Tajamul Islam.
- Shooting to commence in March, targeting a 2027 release.
Kartik Aaryan is teaming up with filmmaker Kabir Khan for an untitled sports drama. Aaryan is reportedly in talks to play a kickboxing coach, mentoring a young Kashmiri girl from a conflict-affected region.
Sreeleela, Aaryan's co-star in the "Aashiqui" franchise, is emerging as a top contender for a key role in the film. Her character, though limited, is described as pivotal and may appear in flashbacks, crucial to understanding the coach's motivations.
The film draws inspiration from the life of Tajamul Islam, India's youngest kickboxing world champion. The narrative will chronicle her journey from North Kashmir to the international stage, highlighting the challenges she overcame.
Principal photography for the second schedule is anticipated to begin in March, with extensive filming planned in Srinagar and Pahalgam. The production aims for completion by October 2026, with a theatrical debut scheduled for 2027.
