A new movie poster has just dropped, and it’s got everyone talking. Superstar Salman Khan is set to star in a new film called “Battle of Galwan.” He’s playing Colonel B Santosh Babu, with Apoorva Lakhia directing. The first look is out, and it’s caused quite a stir.
While many fans are cheering for the patriotic theme, some online critics aren’t so thrilled. The poster shows Salman with a blood-splattered face, looking intense. It definitely shows off a fierce, patriotic spirit. His social media post has been flooded with congratulatory messages. But there’s also a wave of strong reactions from people who are not happy.
This new film is based on a real event. “Galwan” tells the story of the 2020 clash between India and China in the Galwan Valley. In that fight, Indian soldiers reportedly took down many Chinese troops without firing a single bullet.
Here’s where the problem starts for some. Many social media users are asking why Salman Khan is making a film about the Indian army now. They’re bringing up something called “Operation Sindoor.” Critics are pointing out that Salman stayed quiet during that time. They feel he didn’t speak up then but is quick to make a movie about the army for profit now.
Some netizens are even sharing old screenshots. These show a tweet Salman Khan supposedly posted after a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, which he later deleted. People are upset because they say he remained silent on social media during “Operation Sindoor,” which followed the Pahalgham terror attack. They’re demanding to know, “How can you make films on the Indian army with a straight face?”
The comments online are pretty blunt. Some users are writing things like, “He remembers the army when it’s time to make money. Where was he hiding during Operation Sindoor?” Another person posted, “They never hesitate to cash in on the bravery of Indian soldiers. But when it’s time to say a few words for India, they stay silent.” It seems this new movie has certainly stirred up a hornets’ nest of public opinion.
