After Battle of Galwan, Salman Khan to do Mahesh Narayanan's period thriller? Here's what we know

Salman Khan is all set to be seen in the upcoming war drama, Battle of Galwan. Ahead of it, a new report suggests that the superstar is in advanced talks with Mahesh Narayanan for a period thriller.

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It's been a month since Salman Khan announced his upcoming war drama, Battle of Galwan, directed by Apoorva Lakhia.. The first look was also shared, and it garnered significant attention. Amid this, a new report suggests that Salman is already in advanced talks with Mahesh Narayanan for a period thriller.

Salman Khan in a period thriller?

Pinkvilla reported that Salman Khan has already done 4 to 5 meetings with Malayalam director Mahesh Narayanan, while the last one took place a week back in Mumbai. The superstar and Mahesh Narayanan have been jamming on multiple ideas, and Salman has given a go-ahead to the filmmaker on a period thriller with action.

The film in discussion will be set in the 1970s to 1990s, and Mahesh will now come back for a full-length narration," the source added. The source also mentioned that the talks are now in the final stages, as Salman liked what he heard and wants to do a film that is beyond his comfort zone.

The source also said that the talks are now in the final stages, as Salman liked what he heard and wants to do a film that is beyond his comfort zone," the source added.

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Salman Khan in discussions with Kabir Khan too

Not only Mahesh Narayanan, but also Salman, in discussions with Kabir Khan, as per the same source. The actor-director duo is jamming on multiple ideas and has a definite intent to collaborate.

"The discussions are happening across genres – from stylish action thriller to a high-octane drama, and of course, the Bajrangi Bhaijaan sequel,” the source added and concluded about the Mahesh Narayanan film that it is a character in a world that Salman has not explored before.

Battle of Galwan releaste date update

As per a Mid-Day report, the Battle of Galwan starring Salman Khan, was said to be an Eid al-Fitr 2026 release. However, trade sources have now revealed that Khan and director Apoorva Lakhia, who is producing the film, are skipping the March slot, instead aiming for a late May release, which coincides with Bakri Eid.

Meanwhile, Battle of Galwan is a war film mounted on a big scale. It's being shot in the high altitudes of Ladakh is already challenging. The film is based on the real-life 2020 clash between Indian and Chinese soldiers in the Galwan Valley. Salman stars as a commanding officer inspired by Colonel B Santosh Babu.

Are you excited about Battle of Galwan? Stay tuned to OTTplay for more updates on this!

FAQs

Q: What is the story of the Battle of Galwan?

A: The 2020 Galwan Valley clash was a deadly clash between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley, a disputed border region in Ladakh, India. The clash, which took place on June 15, resulted in casualties on both sides, the first casualties in a Sino-Indian border conflict in nearly 45 years.

Q: Who is the actress in the Battle of Galwan?

A: As per media sources, Battle of Galwan stars Chitrangda Singh alongside Salman Khan.

Q: Which movie did Salman Khan film in Galwan Valley?

A: Salman Khan is gearing up for the release of his next movie, Battle of Galwan. The film, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, revolves around the fierce 2020 clash between Indian and Chinese forces in Ladakh's Galwan Valley.

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