Kejriwal, who recently attended a special screening of the Ketan Mehta-directed biopic in the capital, said Nawaz's acting is inspiring.
"@Nawazuddin_S Nawaz, your acting is phenomenal in Manjhi. Very inspiring," he said.
The "Bajrangi Bhaijaan" actor also thanked the chief minister for the "appreciation".
"Had a great time in #Delhi & screening with Mr. Arvind Kejriwal Thanx for all the appreciation!," Nawaz wrote.
The film is about a labourer Manjhi, who carved a way between mountain in 22 years so that the villagers get easier access to the nearby hospital and other places.
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