Maatrubhumi Delayed: CBFC Withholds Clearance for Salman Khan’s War Drama Despite Title Change
Salman Khan’s upcoming war drama, Maatrubhumi (previously titled Battle of Galwan), has hit another roadblock. According to a report by NDTV, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has withheld the film’s clearance certificate until further notice, throwing its theatrical release into complete uncertainty.
Missed Release Windows
The film’s timeline has faced consecutive setbacks due to the pending certification:
Original Release Date: April 17 (Ahead of Eid) and it is Postponed now, while the Revised Release Target is August (Independence Day weekend) — Now expected to be missed
The Controversies So Far
International Backlash: Following the release of the film’s teaser, users on the Chinese social media platform Weibo heavily criticized the project, alleging a misrepresentation of the border clash.
Government Stance: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) officially distanced itself from the project. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal clarified, “Issues regarding filmmaking in India… are looked after by the relevant authorities. As far as we are concerned, MEA has no role in this or such ventures.”
Title Alteration: In an effort to smooth things over, the makers recently changed the title from Battle of Galwan to Maatrubhumi and incorporated related script modifications, though this has yet to secure CBFC clearance.
Cast, Crew, and Project Details
The film is inspired by the real-life 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops, focusing on the disengagement operation at the border.
Role / Position Name Details / Character
Lead Actor Salman Khan Colonel Santosh Babu (Commanding Officer, 16 Bihar Regiment)
Female Lead Chitrangda Singh
Director Apoorva Lakhia Known for high-octane action and dramas
Producer Salma Khan Under the Salman Khan Films banner
Music Composer Himesh Reshammiya
Ensemble Cast Abhilash Chaudhary & Ankur Bhatia Featured in pivotal roles
Context: The teaser for Maatrubhumi was originally unveiled on December 27, 2025, to mark Salman Khan’s 60th birthday. The superstar was last seen in AR Murugadoss’ Sikandar alongside Rashmika Mandanna. A new official release date is yet to be announced.
