'Maatrubhumi' trailer out: Salman Khan takes on Chinese troops in Galwan-inspired film

'Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace' trailer out: Salman Khan takes on Chinese troops in Galwan-inspired film; says, 'Let's sort this s**t, bro'

The trailer of ‘Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace’ was released today. It gives a first proper look at the war drama starring Salman Khan and Chitrangda Singh. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film is inspired by the events in the Galwan Valley.

‘Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace’ trailer

The trailer shows the life of a soldier and the sacrifices made by those who serve the country. It also points to the emotional cost of war for the families waiting at home. Alongside the action, the film appears to focus on the human side of the story.

Salman Khan in an action-heavy avatar

Salman Khan plays a soldier who faces Chinese troops, and the trailer is packed with action. He is seen taking on the opposing forces in intense hand-to-hand combat and holding his ground in fierce clashes.One of the standout moments comes when Salman Khan tells his Chinese counterpart, “Let’s sort this s**t, bro!”

Chemistry with Chitrangda Singh

Salman Khan makes a strong impression in the action scenes, while his chemistry with Chitrangda Singh brings an emotional layer to the story.

The Galwan clash behind the film

The film was earlier titled ‘Galwan’. It is inspired by the clash between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley in eastern Ladakh on June 15, 2020. The fighting killed 20 Indian soldiers, and it was the deadliest India-China face-off in more than four decades.

Salman Khan rejects government interference rumours

Earlier at the 'Maatrubhumi' event in Mumbai, Salman Khan dismissed speculation that the film was changed under official pressure. “Naa ke hum China ke against jaa rahe hai…ya humari government ne hum pe pressure dala hai ke iska script change karo, rewrite karo…yeh sab bakwas hai. Not true at all (Neither are we taking a stance against China, nor has our government pressured us to change or rewrite the script. All these rumours are completely baseless and untrue).

”He described the film as a human story about soldiers and their families. “So isme ko negative forces nahi hai. Bas halat hai negative. They like each other, but koi situation aata hai toh nation comes first, and both the sides are trying to solve this (There are no negative forces in the film; it’s the circumstances that are difficult. They like each other, but when a situation arises, the nation comes first. Both sides are simply trying to find a way to resolve the situation).

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'Maatrubhumi' release date and cast

‘Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace’ is produced by Salman Khan Films and releases in theatres on December 4, 2026. Besides Salman and Chitrangda, the film stars Mukesh Rishi, Ankur Bhatia, Zeyn Shaw and Abhilash Chaudhary, with