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Farhan Akhtar is returning to the screens with the role of 'Major Shaitan Singh' in the patriotic war drama, 120 Bahadur. The movie is based on the real-life event of the battle of Rezang La during the India-China war of 1962. This battle has been one of the most heroic and tragic chapters of Indian military history, which claimed the lives of 114 brave soldiers among 120. The movie, 120 Bahadur will capture the essence of this battle and will honour the martyred soldiers. The teaser was dropped on August 5, 2025, and within minutes, it garnered a great deal of attention from the audience.
Farhan Akhtar will be seen as 'Major Shaitan Singh' in 120 Bahadur. For the unversed, 'Major Shaitan Singh' led the battle of Rezang La during the India-China war of 1962. For his bravery, he was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra, which is India’s highest wartime gallantry award.
In the teaser, Farhan's strong acting skills grabbed the attention. The way he said 'Hum Peeche Nahi Hatenge' surely sent out the hints about the seriousness of his role and the plot it will carry. Dressed in the uniform, along with showcasing powerful acting through action sequences, Farhan's return with the movie is highly anticipated.
For the unversed, Farhan is returning to the screens after 6 years with the movie, 120 Bahadur, which is a tribute to the 120 soldiers who fought bravely till their last breath against thousands. Directed by Razneesh Ghai and produced by Excel Entertainment and Trigger Happy Studios, the movie, 120 Bahadur, has been shot in the exact location of the Rezang of Ladakh, to capture the actual essence of the place. Reportedly, the shooting location was at an altitude of 14,000 feet, with the temperature dropping to -10°C. Farhan and other actors have undergone military-style training to bring out the best in them.
120 Bahadur will be released on November 21, 2025. While the exact budget of the movie hasn't been disclosed, as per information on MT Wiki Blog, the movie is made on a budget of Rs. 80 crore, excluding Rs. 20 crore for post-production charges. While Farhan plays the lead role in the movie, other actors who will be seen here are Mrunal Thakur, Paresh Rawal, Hussain Dalal, Raashii Khanna, Sparsh Walia, Ajinkya Ramesh Deo, Eijaz Khan, Vivan Bhathena, Ankit Siwach, Ashutosh Shukla, Atul Singh, Brijesh Karanwal, Devendra Ahirwar, Dhanveer Singh, Digvijay Pratap, and Sahib Verma, among others.
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Netizens were left in awe by Farhan Akhtar's skills in the movie, 120 Bahadur, which could be witnessed only with the teaser. Patriotic war dramas always carve a special place in the hearts of the audience, and the same has been proved time and again. Reacting to the teaser, one user penned, "Goosebumps! Farhan Akhtar as Major Shaitan Singh Bhati is not just acting — it's living the legend." Several users also claimed that the story would be incomplete without honouring the Ahir soldiers for their unmatched bravery in this battle.
The movie, 120 Bahadur tells the story of Charlie Company of the 13 Kumaon Regiment, which consisted of 120 soldiers back then in 1962. This company was led by 'Major Shaitan Singh', and his army was assigned to defeat the threat from China to protect the Chusul airstrip. The soldiers were underequipped, and reportedly, 5,000 Chinese soldiers attacked them, leading to their defeat. 114 soldiers were martyred, and 'Major Shaitan Singh' succumbed to injuries. His body was found weeks later behind a boulder. And he was honoured later for his bravery, leadership and courage.
Watch the teaser here.
What do you think about the teaser of 120 Bahadur?
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