Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has started filming for his much-awaited film โBattle of Galwanโ.
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The 59-year-old actor dropped a behind-the-scene picture from the filmโs set on his Instagram handle in which he is dressed in military uniform. His rugged moustache and commanding gaze reflect fierce patriotism.
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Actress Chitrangda Singh will play the female lead opposite Salman in the film. In July, director Apoorva Lakhia had shared an update on the film in an official statement.
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“I’ve always wanted to work with Chitrangda since I watched her amazing performance in โHazaaron Khwaishein Aisiโ and then โBob Biswasโ. We’re thrilled to welcome Chitrangda Singh to the cast of โBattle of Galwanโ. Chitrangda brings a rare blend of strength and sensitivity to the screen as her feminine side will match perfectly with Salman sir’s brooding but quiet strength,” Lakhia stated.
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In the same month, Salman had announced the project by unveiling a powerful motion poster on his social media handle.
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The film is based on the Galwan Valley clashes on India-China border in 2020.
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Twenty Indian soldiers had died during the Galwan Valley clash on June 16, 2020, five years ago, while the Chinese side also faced heavy casualties.
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Following the clashes, tensions between India and China escalated, with the Army deploying formations near the Galwan Valley, along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, and undertaking a range of activities such as surveying border areas to stop a “possible” Chinese aggression.
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Since the clashes, India and China have disengaged from various border areas steadily and have also created a buffer zone in various areas.