Is Farhan Akhtar Set to Captivate Audiences as Major Shaitan Singh Bhati in '120 Bahadur' Teaser?
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Key Takeaways
- 120 Bahadur highlights the valor of Indian soldiers during the 1962 Battle of Rezang La.
- Farhan Akhtar’s transformative portrayal of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati adds depth to the film.
- The film aims for historical accuracy, shot in real locations like Ladakh and Rajasthan.
- It honors the legacy of the Param Vir Chakra awardees.
- Scheduled release on November 21, 2025.
Mumbai, Aug 5 (NationPress) After providing movie enthusiasts with a striking poster, the team behind the upcoming war drama, '120 Bahadur', has released a captivating teaser for the film on Tuesday.
In this film, actor and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar portrays Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, and the teaser offers a glimpse into a compelling narrative of bravery and sacrifice, deeply entrenched in patriotism.
Drawing inspiration from the Battle of Rezang La in 1962, where the Indian Army's 13th Kumaon Regiment valiantly battled the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA), the teaser honors the valor of 120 Indian soldiers who resolutely stood their ground against overwhelming odds with a resounding declaration: “Hum Peechhe Nahin Hatenge! (We will not step back)”.
Major Shaitan Singh, who spearheaded the defense, was awarded the Param Vir Chakra, India's highest military accolade, posthumously.
In a social media post unveiling the teaser, the producers, Excel Entertainment, stated: “Yeh wardi sirf himmat nahin, balidaan bhi maangti hai! Based on an incredible true story, this is a war forged in snow and sealed with sacrifice. 120 Bahadur, teaser out now. Releasing in cinemas near you on November 21, 2025.#120Bahadur #EkSauBeesBahadur #DadaKishanKiJai.
120 Bahadur also signifies Farhan Akhtar’s long-awaited comeback to the big screen.
According to the teaser, the film portrays him in a transformative role—intense, composed, and deeply moving.
Filmed across locations in Ladakh, Rajasthan, and Mumbai, this project aims to authentically recreate the war front, capturing everything from frozen landscapes to the silence of the battlefield.
Directed by Razneesh “Razy” Ghai, this venture is a collaboration between Ritesh Sidhwani & Farhan Akhtar under the banner of Excel Entertainment, in partnership with Amit Chandrra's Trigger Happy Studios.
120 Bahadur is scheduled for release in theaters on November 21 this year.