Salman Khan's 'Maatrubhumi': A Cinematic Tribute to the Galwan Valley Conflict

Salman Khan's upcoming film, originally titled 'Battle of Galwan', has been renamed as 'Maatrubhumi'. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film portrays the 2020 Galwan Valley conflict between India and China. The film, featuring a track by Arijit Singh, is a tribute to the soldiers who lost their lives.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 16-03-2026 14:03 IST | Created: 16-03-2026 14:03 IST
Salman Khan's 'Maatrubhumi': A Cinematic Tribute to the Galwan Valley Conflict
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Bollywood icon Salman Khan has revealed a name change for his highly anticipated film, initially titled "Battle of Galwan." Now called "Maatrubhumi," the movie is centered on the 2020 Galwan Valley conflict between India and China.

Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, renowned for his work on "Shootout at Lokhandwala," the film captures the military standoff in eastern Ladakh, during which 20 Indian soldiers lost their lives.

The film now features a track titled "Maatrubhumi," sung by Arijit Singh, and carries the poignant tagline, "May War Rest In Peace." Despite Chinese criticism, Khan's portrayal of the patriotic story aims to honor the fallen heroes.

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