Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has begun shooting for his next film, ‘Battle of Galwan’, a war drama inspired by the real-life clash between Indian and Chinese soldiers in the Galwan Valley in June 2020.
The film, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, is described as “a heartfelt tribute to the courage and sacrifice of Indian soldiers.” Production kicked off in Ladakh with a small ritual, before Khan stepped into character for his demanding role as Colonel B Santosh Babu, the officer who led Indian troops during the confrontation.
A behind-the-scenes photo of Khan in character—wearing a blue outfit and standing against the breathtaking mountainous backdrop of Ladakh—has already gone viral. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh also shared an image of Khan preparing for an intense combat sequence.
The movie will be shot extensively on location in Ladakh (25-day schedule) as well as in Mumbai. Lakhia confirmed filming with a glimpse from the set on his social media.
To authentically portray an Army officer in extreme high-altitude conditions, Khan has undergone a rigorous preparation regimen, including weight training, cardio, a strict diet, and training in a high-pressure chamber at his residence.
The film also stars Chitrangda Singh, Zeyn Shaw, Ankur Bhatia, and Harshil Shah.
‘Battle of Galwan’ follows Khan’s recent outing Sikandar and comes ahead of his return as host of Bigg Boss, which begins its new season on August 24.
