Maatrubhumi FIRST Review! Subhash Ghai Calls Salman Khan Starrer A “Must Watch”

Salman Khan’s upcoming war drama Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace continues to generate strong buzz even before its release. Earlier titled Battle of Galwan, the film is inspired by the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese soldiers. Now, filmmaker Subhash Ghai has shared his first reaction after watching the rough cut of the film directed by Apoorva Lakhia.

Maatrubhumi FIRST Review! Subhash Ghai Calls Salman Khan Starrer A “Must Watch”

After watching the early cut, Subhash Ghai praised the film and called it a “must-watch.” Taking to X, he wrote, “So beautiful to see my favourite directors together@food square today to watch a rough cut of a Apoorva lakhiya film MATRI BHUMI@ starring #salman khan based on a warm story of indo china soldiers with their respective emotions for their nations n families. A must watch film.” (sic)

The filmmaker also shared pictures from the screening, which quickly went viral on social media.

so beautiful to see my favourite directors together@food square today to watch a rough cut of a Apoorva lakhiya film MATRI BHUMI@ starring #salman khan based on a warm story of indo china soldiers with their respective emotions for their nations n families. A must watch film.🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/i7TP2VnDnq

— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) May 28, 2026

Meanwhile, choreographer Mudassar Khan recently opened up about filming a large-scale song sequence with Salman Khan for the movie. Sharing details about the shoot, he praised the actor’s dedication and screen presence.

Mudassar said, “Abhi maine ek gaana kiya hai Salman Khan sir ke saath in Maatrubhumi, it’s a very big song. 200 dancer hai, edit ho raha hai, aur Bhai ne usme kya baap level perform kiya hai. Humney 5 din shooting kiya tha.”

Apart from the scale of the film, Salman Khan’s physical transformation for the project has also drawn attention. According to earlier reports, the actor underwent intense training in Ladakh while shooting at high-altitude locations.

A source ahd revealed, “Salman Khan has undergone a remarkable physical transformation for the film. He has been training at extreme high altitudes in Ladakh, combining intense endurance drills with heavy weight sessions. It is easily one of the most grueling fitness regimens he has taken on in recent years, reflecting a completely new level of commitment to the role. During a 45-day schedule in Ladakh, the superstar adopted a calisthenics-based fitness routine to maintain his physique, as it was difficult to carry a full gym setup at such high-altitude shooting locations.”

About Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace

Produced by Salman Khan under the banner of Salman Khan Films, with Apoorva Lakhia directing, Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace promises an unflinching portrayal of bravery, sacrifice, and resilience. The film also stars Chitrangada Singh in a pivotal role.

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Varsha Tiwari

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