‘Believe in Your Dreams, No Matter What the World Says’: Kartik Aaryan Delivers an Inspiring Message at the ‘I Play Rocky’ Premiere!

Calling the film an anthem for dreamers and believers, the actor reflects on how the iconic ‘Rocky’ theme song ‘Eye of the Tiger’ has kept him motivated through challenging moments in his own journey.

At the premiere of I Play Rocky, Kartik Aaryan delivered a heartfelt message celebrating perseverance, determination, and the power of self-belief. Describing the film as a tribute to dreamers and believers, the actor noted that its story will resonate deeply with anyone who has ever been told their ambitions are out of reach.

Sharing his thoughts at the event, Kartik Aaryan said, “It’s a film about all the dreamers, about all the believers who believe in their dreams and who, you know, people tell them, ‘Nahi ho sakta, yeh tu kabhi nahi ban sakta, yeh kabhi nahi ban sakti.’ And I think this film will make you believe that you can do it and you can achieve your dreams, no matter what.”

Drawing a personal parallel with his own rise in the film industry, Kartik spoke about how the original Rocky franchise has inspired generations and revealed how its legendary track, Eye of the Tiger, continues to fuel him during moments of self-doubt. “Meri journey mein kai baar jab bhi main demotivate hota hoon, toh Eye of the Tiger is one song, jo ek theme song hai, jo mujhe bahut motivate karta hai. And blinkers pehenke main waapis se apne dreams ke towards kaam karna shuru kar deta hoon,” he shared.

Reflecting his own journey of navigating industry hurdles to carve a distinct identity, Kartik’s speech underscored the importance of tuning out external criticism and staying relentlessly focused on one’s goals.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the film, Kartik raised a toast to cinema and I Play Rocky, while teasing a special treat for moviegoers—urging audiences not to miss the film’s post-credit scene. Revealing that he had already watched the film and plans to see it again, he described the post-credit sequence as a “cute surprise,” leaving attendees with a simple yet resonant takeaway: keep believing, keep chasing your dreams, and never let anyone define what you can achieve.

By Keerti Kadam