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India Today
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Is that Salman Khan? Fans excited as makers share Battle of Galwan BTS action prep
Director Apoorva Lakhia shared a BTS video from 'Battle of Galwan' on social media. The blurred video shows people engaging in intense combat film is based on Galwan Valley war hero Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu. While the clip doesn't clearly show the face, the blurred silhouette of an individual engaged in hand-to-hand combat with multiple men resembles the actor. He is leaving no stones unturned for the upcoming war while sharing the video on his Instagram handle, wrote, "Practice makes perfect, no pain no gain (sic)." Watch video here: While reacting to the video, a fan commented, "Salman Bhai (Salman brother)." A user also wrote, "Is that Salman Khan?" Another fan commented, "Ab is baar pakka hai bhai ka come back (Now this time Salman Khan will make a comeback for sure)."Khan plays the role of Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, whose heroism was revered during the 2020 Indo-China Galwan Valley conflict. The 2020 clash in the disputed border region in Ladakh, India, led to a deadly cross-border confrontation without any June 15, 2020 confrontation at the Sino-Indian border resulted in casualties on both sides—marking the first fatalities in nearly 45 years. The fighting involved hand-to-hand combat using sticks and stones, as firearms were prohibited in the industry source had earlier revealed that Khan is focused at honouring the legacy of a decorated officer by training in high-altitude conditions. The source was quoted saying, "Given the high-altitude challenges of shooting in Leh and the physical demands of portraying a decorated Army officer like Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, Salman has committed to an intense training regimen (sic)."Recently, Khan unveiled his first look from 'Battle of Galwan'. It showed his bloodstained face, moustache and a wired club in his hand. The motion poster from the movie also highlights Colonel Babu's army uniform and rank insignia. Salman Khan's first look from 'Battle of Galwan'. (Credit: Instagram/beingsalmankhan) Previously, while sharing his leaner look for the upcoming film, Khan wrote, "Mehnat karo sahi disha mein. Unhi par woh meherbaan, aur banayega unhi ko unke hunar ka pehelwan (Work hard in the right direction. He is kind to them, and will make them wrestler of their talent) (sic)."The release date of 'Battle of Galwan' is yet to be officially announced.- EndsMust Watch
Pink Villa
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Salman Khan's intense prep at 60 for upcoming war drama on Galwan Valley conflict will leave you amazed, details
It was just a couple of days back that Pinkvilla exclusively informed you that Salman Khan will begin shooting for his next in July 2025. The film, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, is based on the novel India's Most Fearless 3, which is set against the backdrop of the 2020 Galwan Valley Conflict. Prior to the shoot, the latest report about the superstar's intense workout has surfaced, which is bound to leave you stunned. According to a report published in Bollywood Hungama, Salman Khan is set to undergo an inspiring physical and emotional transformation for the film. The report claims that the film is not just another film for the superstar but a 'mission.' A source close to the development informed the publication that the superstar is committed to an intense training regimen, noting the high-altitude challenges of shooting in Leh and the physical demands of portraying an Army officer like Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu. "He's not just preparing to carry the weight of the uniform - he's carrying the weight of the story. The AK-47 he'll be seen with is symbolic, but the real test is enduring the thinner air, long shoots, and rugged terrain. This prep isn't just physical; it's about doing justice to a national hero," the source said. According to the source, the superstar is approaching the role with utmost sincerity, realizing the responsibility of portraying someone like Colonel Babu. The source noted that it is not just about getting the physicality right, but about honoring a legacy. "He's training not just for the camera, but out of respect for every soldier who serves the nation," the source added. According to the report, Jio Studios is currently in advanced discussions to join the project as a production partner, ensuring the massive scale and support it deserves. The shooting for the film will begin in July 2025, and a theatrical release is being planned for the first half of 2026. For the unversed, Salman will be seen playing the role of Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, the valiant officer of the 16 Bihar Regiment who sacrificed his life for the nation. He was posthumously honored with the Maha Vir Chakra.
India Today
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Salman Khan trains in low-oxygen condition for war-drama on Galwan valley clash
Actor Salman Khan is all set to portray the iconic role of Galwan Valley war hero Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu. While training for his upcoming epic war drama based on the 2020 Indo-China clash, he is leaving no stones unturned. Khan has been focusing on staying true to playing a decorated officer as it's about 'honouring a legacy.'While speaking about the actor's ongoing intense prep work for the larger-than-life character, an independent industry source said, "Given the high-altitude challenges of shooting in Leh and the physical demands of portraying a decorated Army officer like Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, Salman has committed to an intense training regimen. He's not just preparing to carry the weight of the uniform - he's carrying the weight of the story. The AK-47 he'll be seen with is symbolic, but the real test is enduring the thinner air, long shoots, and rugged terrain. This prep isn't just physical; it's about doing justice to a national hero."advertisementThe source further said, "Salman is approaching this role with the utmost sincerity. He understands the responsibility of portraying someone like Colonel Babu - it's not just about getting the physicality right; it's about honouring a legacy. He's training not just for the camera, but out of respect for every soldier who serves the nation." The 2020 Galwan Valley clash was a violent skirmish between Indian and Chinese troops, escalating tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). It led to casualties on both sides, with reports indicating at least 20 Indian soldiers and 45 Chinese soldiers killed. Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu won the Maha Vir Chakra posthumously for his valour during the tensions with China in the Galwan to an earlier Bollywood Hungama report, the movie is touted to be based on the novel 'India's Most Fearless 3' by Rahul Singh and Shiv Aroor. The epic film will be directed by Apoorva Lakhia. The war drama is expected to go on floors in the second-half of was last seen in 'Sikandar,' directed by AR Murugadoss, co-starring Rashmika Mandanna, Sathyaraj, Kajal Aggarwal, Sharman Joshi, Prateik Smita Patil, Kishore, Jatin Sarna and Sanjay Watch
