Salman Khan’s Maatrubhumi faces uncertainty as The Lion of Galwan is shelved, raising questions about Bollywood, military history and India-China ties.
The sacrifice of Indian soldiers in the Galwan Valley clash was a defining moment in India–China relations. Yet, six years later, telling that story on the big screen has become a challenge for filmmakers navigating political sensitivities and official approvals.
Salman Khan’s Maatrubhumi: From Battle of Galwan to a Changed NarrativeSalman Khan’s much-anticipated war drama, Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace, was originally announced as Battle of Galwan. Directed by Apoorva Lak...





