Salman Khan in ‘Battle of Galwan’ NEW DELHI: A teaser of Salman Khan-starrer Battle of Galwan, based on the clash between Indian and Chinese soldiers in Galwan Valley in 2020, has been racking up viewership in millions and has drawn critical commentary from Global Times, a Chinese Communist Party mouthpiece aimed largely at an international audience. The film, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, has Salman playing the role of Col Bikkumalla Santosh Babu, who laid down his life along with 19 other Indian soldiers while defending Indian territory in eastern Ladakh. The clash also left an unspecified number of Chinese soldiers dead. Col Babu was posthumously awarded India’s second-highest wartime gallantry honour, the Maha Vir Chakra. Global Times claimed the movie has sparked controversy for “distorting facts”. Referring to the 1.12-minute teaser, which has crossed over 20 million views in three days, it quoted a Chinese expert as saying Bollywood films offer an entertainment-driven, emotionally charged portrayal. It added that no amount of cinematic exaggeration could rewrite history or shake People’s Liberation Army’s determination to defend China’s sovereign territory. The teaser opens with a voice-over by Salman’s character saying, “Soldiers, remember, if you get wounded, treat it like a medal, and if you see death, salute it,” and shows Indian soldiers bracing for combat as Chinese troops run towards them. According to Army sources, Indian soldiers led by Col Babu regrouped quickly and launched a ferocious response during the high-altitude standoff there.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosJaishankar To Attend Khaleda Zia’s Funeral In Dhaka Amid Strained India-Bangladesh TiesDRDO Successfully Tests Pinaka Long-Range Guided Rocket In Odisha, To Be Inducted In Indian Army’UPSC Is Complete Waste Of Time’: PM’s Economic Advisor Sanjeev Sanyal On AI Era EducationHindu Guard Killed By Colleague In Bangladesh, Third Death In Days Raises Minority Safety Fears’Deeply Concerned’: PM Modi Reacts To Reports Of Attack On Putin’s House, Ukraine Responds“No Racial Angle”: SSP Rules Out Alleged Slurs in Angel Chakma KillingCongress’ Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury Flags Attacks on Migrant Workers to PM Modi’Will Rid Bengal Of Infiltrators’: Amit Shah Slams Mamata Banerjee’s 14-Year Rule, Sounds Poll BugleFrom Defence To Civil Skies: HAL’s Dhruv-NG Helicopter Takes Flight In India’s Aviation PushJapanese Tourist Harassed in Varanasi on Christmas, Netizens Slam ‘Mob Culture’123PhotostoriesTracing the arc from ‘Sanam Teri Kasam’ through ‘Taish’ to ‘Dange’, Harshvardhan Rane’s growing stature5 iconic New Year markets in the USA that keep the holiday magic alive for long!3 reasons to consume Papaya smoothie and the right way to make it as per AIIMS doctor10 types of Pasta dishes from around the world6 best indoor exercises for people who are planning to build muscle strength‘Dhurandhar’: Saumya Tandon aka Ulfat Hasin Baloch says, ‘Aditya Dhar was always on my wish list’ – Exclusive7 weekly routines common among people who live to 100Healthiest fruits of 2025: These 5 fruits are richest in key nutrientsWhich Hindu Idol You Should Bring Home On January 1, 2026From Osho to Swami Vivekananda – Real names of spiritual leaders123Hot PicksIndigo flight DisruptionsPAN-Aadhaar link statusKhaleda ZiaGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundBahrain Golden Visa 2025Bank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingErika KirkTravis KelceJoel EmbiidAlex Rodriguez and Jaclyn Cordeiro Net WorthStefon DiggsMagic Johnson vs Shaquille O Neal Net WorthPhiladelphia 76ers vs Memphis GrizzliesPopeyes Streaming BundlesJake Paul and Jutta Leerdam Net WorthSidney Crosby Lifestyle
NEW DELHI: A teaser of Salman Khan-starrer Battle of Galwan, based on the clash between Indian and Chinese soldiers in Galwan Valley in 2020, has been racking up viewership in millions and has drawn critical commentary from Global Times, a Chinese Communist Party mouthpiece aimed largely at an international audience. The film, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, has Salman playing the role of Col Bikkumalla Santosh Babu, who laid down his life along with 19 other Indian soldiers while defending Indian territory in eastern Ladakh. The clash also left an unspecified number of Chinese soldiers dead. Col Babu was posthumously awarded India’s second-highest wartime gallantry honour, the Maha Vir Chakra. Global Times claimed the movie has sparked controversy for “distorting facts”. Referring to the 1.12-minute teaser, which has crossed over 20 million views in three days, it quoted a Chinese expert as saying Bollywood films offer an entertainment-driven, emotionally charged portrayal. It added that no amount of cinematic exaggeration could rewrite history or shake People’s Liberation Army’s determination to defend China’s sovereign territory. The teaser opens with a voice-over by Salman’s character saying, “Soldiers, remember, if you get wounded, treat it like a medal, and if you see death, salute it,” and shows Indian soldiers bracing for combat as Chinese troops run towards them. According to Army sources, Indian soldiers led by Col Babu regrouped quickly and launched a ferocious response during the high-altitude standoff there.
