Salman Khan stars in Maatrubhumi trailer ahead of December release

Film inspired by 2020 Galwan Valley clash

The film takes inspiration from the 2020 Galwan Valley conflict between Indian and Chinese troops. The narrative draws from a confrontation that occurred on June 15, 2020, in eastern Ladakh.

During that clash, 20 Indian soldiers died while defending territory against 1,200 Chinese Liberation Army soldiers. The film highlights the courage and sacrifices of these service members.

The real-life officer was killed in the incident and received the Maha Vir Chakra award posthumously. He also enforced a disengagement agreement during his service.

Salman Khan depicts soldier life and combat

The trailer highlights the life of a soldier, detailing the sacrifices made by service members and the emotional toll on families at home.

Salman Khan portrays a soldier who confronts Chinese troops in intense hand-to-hand combat sequences.

The footage shifts to the Galwan Valley conflict, featuring high-impact action as Khan stands his ground. Throughout these scenes, Khan delivers dialogues regarding duty and patriotism.

Viral dialogue and patriotic musical themes

It introduces Khan as an Indian Army soldier belonging to the Pahadi Bihar Tiger Battalion.

In one scene, Khan says to his Chinese counterpart, "Let’s sort this st, bro!". This line references a viral remark Khan posted to activist Sonam Wangchuk in July during the latter's hunger strike over the NEET-UG paper leak.

Ensemble cast and production details

Salman Khan Films produced the movie. Chitrangda Singh portrays the wife of Khan, with the trailer depicting moments between the couple and their two children.

Vijay Raaz is the narrator for the film.

Salman Khan denies government pressure and censorship rumors

The film was originally titled Galwan. It was scheduled for an April release, but producers delayed the project as India-China ties thawed.

At a recent event in Mumbai, Salman Khan denied rumors that the government forced changes to the film. He described reports suggesting authorities pressured the production as nonsense and called such claims baseless and untrue.

Khan also addressed speculation regarding the Central Board of Film Certification clearance. He stated, "Film has not..." regarding the status of the approval process. Following his comments, the actor debuted a new rugged look for the movie, drawing "Mass loading" comments from fans.

Director Apoorva Lakhia explores military conflict

Director Apoorva Lakhia brings a specific vision to the project, which Khan noted uses an old version of the script based on the director's previous interpretations. Khan, who also produced the film, said the plot follows soldiers from two countries in a situation where they attempt to resolve conflict while putting their nations first.

It focuses on the difficult circumstances soldiers face, their experiences in battle, and how military conflict impacts their families. Khan also stated he does not believe China will respond to the film with attacks against India.

However, Aroor and Singh ended their collaboration with the Maatrubhumi production team.