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Maatrubhumi trailer cleared, but film release date remains uncertain
The CBFC cleared the Maatrubhumi trailer on November 4 with a U/A 16+ certificate.
The 4-minute, 43-second trailer is for a war drama starring Salman Khan and Chitrangada Singh.
The film itself still needs censor certification, so its expected November 6 release now looks unlikely.
Maatrubhumi was first announced as Battle Of Galwan and is based on the 2020 India-China military standoff.
Salman Khan plays Colonel Santosh Babu, who led Indian troops during the Galwan Valley clash and was later awarded the Maha Vir Chakra posthumously.
The film’s subject and references to China reportedly faced clearance hurdles before the government approved it.
Producers are considering November 20 or December 11, with an announcement expected soon; Jio Studios will handle its all-India theatrical distribution.
The Central Board of Film Certification cleared the Maatrubhumi trailer with a U/A 16+ certificate on November 4, 2026.
The trailer runs for 4 minutes and 43 seconds, while the film itself is still awaiting a censor certificate.
The film is unlikely to be released on its previously expected date, and its new release date has not been announced.
The makers are considering November 20 or December 11, according to Bollywood Hungama.
The film stars Salman Khan and is based on the 2020 military conflict between India and China.
- Who
- The film stars Salman Khan and is directed by Apoorva Lakhia.
- What
- The Maatrubhumi trailer received a U/A 16+ certificate; the film’s release date remains uncertain.
- When
- The trailer was cleared on November 4, 2026. The film may be released on November 20 or December 11.
- Where
- The film is planned for theatrical release in India.
- Why
- The film’s censor certificate is still pending, delaying its theatrical release.
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The CBFC passed the trailer and awarded it a U/A 16+ certificate.
Reports said the film’s censor certificate was still pending and the makers were considering November 20 or December 11 for release.
- Trailer certificate
- U/A 16+
- Trailer runtime
- 4 minutes and 43 seconds
- Trailer clearance date
- November 4, 2026
- Possible release dates
- November 20 or December 11
- Distributor
- Jio Studios
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What people are saying
With the delay in receiving the censor certificate, it is unlikely that Maatrubhumi can arrive next week. Hence, the makers are now planning to bring it on November 20. Another date that the team is considering is December 11.
The announcement of the new release date is expected in a few days.