Mumbai, May 24, 2025 — A day after news broke about Salman Khan’s next monumental role portraying Galwan hero Colonel Bikumalla Santosh Babu, industry insiders and fans alike are saluting the actor’s dedication; not just to a role, but to a real-life legacy that changed the nation forever.
The buzz hasn’t slowed since the announcement, and now new details have surfaced about Salman’s extreme commitment to authenticity in his portrayal of the 2020 Galwan Valley war hero.
From altitude training in simulated conditions to immersive research sessions with military consultants, Salman isn’t treating this as just another role; insiders say he’s diving in “as if he’s preparing for war, not a film.”
“It’s More Than a Role – It’s a Responsibility” for Salman Khan as Galwan Hero
What sets this project apart isn’t just the scale, but the soul behind it. A close production source told India Insider, “Salman is approaching this project with a soldier’s discipline. Every move is deliberate. Every moment is rooted in respect.”
The emotional weight of portraying Colonel Santosh Babu, who was posthumously awarded the Maha Vir Chakra, is not lost on the superstar. The Colonel’s bravery during the 2020 Galwan clash, where 20 Indian soldiers were martyred, still echoes in national memory.
Salman Khan has reportedly limited his public appearances and is undergoing daily cardio-military drills, studying the psychological burden of combat leadership, and learning weapon handling from ex-servicemen.
A Nation Watches with Hope
The upcoming film, directed by Apoorva Lakhia and based on the bestseller India’s Most Fearless 3 by Rahul Singh and Shiv Aroor, is now being seen as more than just a movie, it’s shaping up to be a cinematic tribute.
Film critics and defense veterans alike have begun weighing in. One retired officer shared on X (formerly Twitter), “If Salman Khan gets this right, it could become the most powerful military biopic Bollywood has seen.”
While the film won’t go on floors until late 2025, today’s headlines are already writing the legacy of this cinematic mission. And as the actor trains under the shadow of one of India’s most somber battle chapters, he carries not just a weapon, but the weight of a nation’s expectations.