New Delhi: Salman Khan’s much-anticipated war drama Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace trailer was released on November 10, prompting mixed reactions from viewers on social media. Inspired by the 2020 Galwan Valley clash, the film combines military action with the personal struggles of soldiers and their families.
The trailer opens with scenes of an avalanche at one of the world’s highest battlefields, followed by Chinese troops preparing to enter Indian territory along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Salman Khan appears as an experienced army officer leading soldiers through difficult conditions. Several action sequences show Indian and Chinese troops confronting each other using sticks and stones instead of firearms.
Chitrangda Singh plays Salman’s wife, bringing an emotional dimension to the story through scenes highlighting the concerns of families waiting for soldiers at home. During one exchange, Salman explains why guns are not used in certain border confrontations, reflecting bilateral agreements between India and China.
Netizens React
While several viewers praised Salman’s look, performance, dialogues, music and the film’s patriotic theme, others commented on the trailer’s length and presentation. Some described it as better than expected and said it gave them goosebumps.
One viewer wrote, “I think I just saw the whole movie. I don’t understand why trailers have to be 4 minutes long, except for movies which have a long story or sequel..” Another commented, “We got Salman delivering the Bihari dialogue before GTA 6…”
The trailer also drew emotional responses from families connected to the Galwan clash. A viewer identifying himself as the brother of Major Soiba Maningba, described as one of the battle’s real heroes, wrote, “We expected more screen time of his character and for those who has heard and seen about the battle, they know what I’m talking about. Jai Hind..”
Another viewer shared that his family member, Sepoy Kundan Kumar, lost his life during the clash, writing, “Today my whole family went into tears by watching this scene again after 5 yrs.”
Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film explores the human cost of war, highlighting the sacrifices of soldiers and the families left behind.
