Battle of Galwan is a Salman Khan-starrer directed by Apoorva Lakhia. The war action drama is directed by Apoorva Lakhia and produced by Salman Khan Films. The film, also featuring Chitrangda Singh, is based on events that took place in the Galwan region on June 15, 2020, when a handful of Indian soldiers, led by Colonel B. Santosh Babu, bravely engaged in combat with the People's Liberation Army of China.
In this edition of Newstrack, the focus is on the diplomatic storm triggered by the teaser of Salman Khan’s upcoming film, ‘Battle of Galwan’.
On this Special Report, the focus is on the diplomatic storm triggered by the teaser of Salman Khan’s upcoming film, ‘Battle of Galwan’. China’s state-run Global Times has slammed the movie, accusing it of distorting facts about the June 2020 clash. The programme features a panel including screenwriter Advaita Kala and Lieutenant General Sanjay Kulkarni, who discuss Beijing’s insecurity and attempt to control the narrative. The report also draws parallels with the film ‘Dhurandhar’, which sparked similar outrage in Pakistan.
On this Special Report, the focus is on the reaction from China regarding the upcoming Indian film 'Battle of Galwan'. The movie, based on the June 2020 clash in Ladakh, has triggered outrage in Beijing's state-run media. An unidentified speaker notes that while the trailer has generated 'massive buzz' in India, the Global Times has dismissed the film and questioned the sacrifice of Indian soldiers. The programme features a discussion with defense experts on why Beijing remains sensitive five years after the incident. One analyst suggests China 'would like to see less conflict' but relies on its own narrative, while another highlights that the reaction is an 'overreaction' to a teaser. The report explores if cinema is the real threat to China's narratives.
A political dispute intensifies in West Bengal ahead of the 2026 assembly elections, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah accusing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's government of facilitating illegal infiltration to alter state demographics for vote bank politics. Shah stated that the BJP, if elected, would end this practice. In a sharp rebuttal, Banerjee compared BJP leaders to mythological figures 'Duryodhan and Dushasan' and questioned why the central government's Border Security Force has not secured the borders. The controversy also includes debates on the issuance of identity documents to migrants. Separately, the report covers the diplomatic fallout from an upcoming film, 'Battle of Galwan'. Chinese state media has reacted strongly, accusing the film of distorting the facts of the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. This has led to analysis of the broader implications for India-China relations and the status of de-escalation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
A political war has intensified in West Bengal ahead of the 2026 assembly elections, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah accusing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's government of facilitating illegal infiltration to alter state demographics for vote bank politics.
In this Special Report, an Unidentified speaker discusses the controversy surrounding Salman Khan's upcoming film, 'Battle of Galwan'. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the movie depicts the June 2020 clash in eastern Ladakh and stars Khan as Colonel Santosh Babu. The trailer has triggered a sharp reaction from China's state-run Global Times, which accused the film of distorting facts and pushing nationalism. The report also highlights the bravery of Captain Soiba Maningba Rangnamei of the 16th Bihar Regiment, who was honoured for his role in the standoff. Government sources clarified that New Delhi has no role in the film, citing creative freedom.
On this India First special report, the focus is on the Global Times’ sharp reaction to the teaser of Salman Khan’s upcoming film, ‘Battle of Galwan’. Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow at the Center for International Governance Innovation, and Lt Gen S.L. Narasimhan, Adjunct Distinguished Fellow at Gateway House, join Executive Editor Gaurav Sawant to discuss Beijing’s unease. Tangen suggests China is ‘concerned’ about appeals to nationalism amidst global conflicts, while Lt Gen Narasimhan terms the reaction ‘a little overreaction’ to a mere teaser. The programme explores the geopolitical implications of the film, which depicts the 2020 Galwan Valley clash, and the broader context of India-China relations.
A political face-off has erupted between the Kerala and Karnataka governments after a demolition drive in Bengaluru’s Kogilu village left hundreds of residents homeless.
In this news update, India Today’s Foreign Affairs Editor Pranay Upadhyay analyses the Ministry of External Affairs' (MEA) firm response to China’s objection regarding the upcoming movie ‘Battle of Galwan’ starring Salman Khan.
In this Special Report, India Today’s Associate Editor Sana Farzeen analyses the controversy surrounding Salman Khan’s upcoming film, ‘Battle of Galwan’. Beijing has reacted sharply to the film’s teaser, released on the superstar’s 60th birthday, calling it ‘over-the-top drama’ and alleging a ‘distortion of facts’. Farzeen notes, ‘It's just amusing that how the film has already been touted to distort facts’ given that only a teaser is out. The film, set for release in April 2026, depicts the 2020 Galwan Valley clash where Indian soldiers fought Chinese troops. The report highlights how the film celebrates the Indian Army’s bravery in the icy heights of Ladakh.
Salman Khan visited the Bandra West Public Ganeshotsav Mandal organised by BJP leader Ashish Shelar on Monday. The Bollywood superstar, who is currently seen as a host on Bigg Boss 19, sought Bappa's blessings. He will be seen in Battle of Galwan next.
This latest episode of Battle Cry stresses upon India's defence acquisitions. India has accelerated the domestic and foreign purchase of weapons in the wake of a border clash between Indian and Chinese troops. The development also comes after the June 15 border clash in which 20 Indian soldiers lost their lives while being on line of duty. This also comes at a time when Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is on his two-day visit to Ladakh and Jammu and Kashmir to take stock of the situation following the deadly Galwan Valley clash. For more, watch the full episode of Battle Cry.
Plenty has been heard so far about the clash between Indian and Chinese troops in Ladakh's Galwan Valley. But India Today brings you the most detailed account of the brutal June 15 Galwan battle.
