Mumbai | Bollywood actor and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar is all set to return to the big screen with a stirring war drama titled ‘120 Bahadur’, a film that captures the valiant stand of Indian soldiers during the 1962 Rezang La battle. Shot in the harsh terrains of Ladakh at 14,000 feet above sea level, the movie is said to be one of the most physically demanding projects of Farhan’s career.
According to sources close to the production, the team braved extreme temperatures ranging from -5°C to -10°C, facing the brutal cold in order to depict the historic war with authenticity and respect. “Farhan pushed his physical and mental limits to do justice to this monumental story,” a unit member revealed.
A Tribute to Major Shaitan Singh Bhati
Farhan plays the lead role of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, a Param Vir Chakra awardee, who led the Charlie Company of the 13 Kumaon Regiment during the infamous Battle of Rezang La. Outnumbered and outgunned, the 120 Indian soldiers held their ground against thousands of enemy troops, displaying unmatched courage and sacrifice.
To embody the role, Farhan underwent rigorous military training and adapted to high-altitude conditions, embracing both the emotional and physical challenges the role demanded.
Directed by Rajnish Ghai, Backed by Excel Entertainment
‘120 Bahadur’ is helmed by Rajnish ‘Razy’ Ghai and produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar (Excel Entertainment), and Amit Chandra of Trigger Happy Studios. The film serves as a cinematic salute to Major Shaitan Singh and his brave company, shedding light on a lesser-known yet heroic chapter in Indian military history.
November 21 Release
Set against the backdrop of the Sino-Indian war, the film aims to bring alive the valor and grit of Indian soldiers in one of the most celebrated last stands in modern military history. With powerful storytelling and intense action sequences, ‘120 Bahadur’ is being touted as one of 2025’s most awaited war dramas.
‘120 Bahadur’ will hit cinemas nationwide on November 21, 2025, and is expected to resonate deeply with audiences seeking stories of real-life heroism and patriotism.
