Archive · 3 Oct 2026
Salman Khan’s Maatrubhumi Reportedly Gets Government Clearance
Maatrubhumi is a film starring Salman Khan about the Galwan clash between Indian and Chinese troops.
It was first announced as Battle of Galwan.
The film was delayed after concerns were raised about its subject and how it might portray China.
Reports say the makers changed parts of the film and reshot some scenes.
The revised version reportedly shows India-China relations more positively.
The Information and Broadcasting Ministry is said to have given the new version an NOC.
The film still needs certification from the Central Board of Film Certification.
Salman Khan is reportedly considering November 13 for its release, but that date is not confirmed.
Another report says unfinished scenes involving Prashant Tamang also contributed to the delay.
The Information and Broadcasting Ministry reportedly issued an NOC after approving a revised version of Maatrubhumi.
Reports say the film was substantially altered, including changes to its portrayal of India-China relations.
The film, initially titled Battle of Galwan, is based on the 2020 clash between Indian and Chinese troops.
Salman Khan is reportedly eyeing a November 13 theatrical release, but the date is not officially confirmed.
The film still needs Central Board of Film Certification approval; a report also cites unfinished scenes involving actor Prashant Tamang as a source of delay.
- Who
- Salman Khan and the makers of Maatrubhumi.
- What
- The revised film reportedly received a No Objection Certificate from the Information and Broadcasting Ministry and is awaiting CBFC certification.
- When
- The NOC was reportedly issued last week; November 13 is being considered as a release date, but is unconfirmed.
- Where
- The film concerns the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops.
- Why
- The film was delayed amid concerns about its sensitive subject and its portrayal of China and India-China relations.
Concerns about the film
Makers’ reported approach
Portrayal of the Galwan clash and China
Concerns about the film
The film’s sensitive subject and reported anti-China elements drew concern; Chinese state-backed media criticized the teaser, and reports said the Defence Ministry had reservations about parts of the original film.
Makers’ reported approach
The makers reportedly revised and reshot portions of the film, and the new version is said to portray India-China relations more positively. Director Apoorva Lakhia described the film as concerning humanity and empathy as well as a battle.
- Film
- Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace
- Starring
- Salman Khan
- Earlier title
- Battle of Galwan
- Reported government action
- The Information and Broadcasting Ministry reportedly issued an NOC for the revised version.
- Next step
- Certification by the Central Board of Film Certification; the film had reportedly not yet been submitted.
- Possible release
- November 13, subject to certification; no official date has been confirmed.
- Reported changes
- Reshoots and substantial alterations, including a more positive depiction of India-China relations.
