120 Bahadur out on OTT: Where to watch, plot details, and more about Farhan Akhtar's war drama

120 Bahadur is a Hindi-language war film helmed by director Razneesh “Razy” Ghai, featuring Farhan Akhtar in the lead role. Released theatrically on November 21, 2025, the film depicts a stirring story of courage and sacrifice but struggled to gain traction at the domestic box office. 120 Bahadur was already available for rent on Prime Video and is now accessible for all subscribers. 

120 Bahadur streaming on Prime Video

120 Bahadur is now streaming on Prime Video, and subscribers of OTTplay Premium can also watch the film with a top-up option. Farhan Akhtar's war drama is 136 minutes long. 

Which war does 120 Bahadur depict?

120 Bahadur (2025) is a Hindi war film starring Farhan Akhtar as Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, depicting the true story of the Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 Sino-Indian War.

During the war, 120 Indian soldiers of the Kumaon Regiment defended their post against 3,000 Chinese troops, showcasing immense bravery and sacrifice. The plot follows Major Shaitan Singh's leadership and the company's fight against overwhelming odds. This narrative is built from the lives and preparations of the soldiers, culminating in their heroic last stand where they fought fiercely despite being outnumbered.

Who was Major Shaitan Singh?

Major Shaitan Singh (portrayed by Farhan Akhtar) was an Indian Army officer in the 13 Kumaon Regiment. He led the Charlie Company at Rezang La. Despite being seriously wounded, he roamed between platoon posts, rallying his troops and fighting heroically against overwhelming odds, inflicting significant enemy losses.

He died defending his post, becoming a national hero and receiving the Param Vir Chakra (PVC) for his exceptional courage.

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Apart from Farhan Akhtar, 120 Bahadur also casts Raashii Khanna, Vivan Bhatena, Ankit Siwach, Ajinkya Deo, Eijaz Khan, Sparsh Walia, Dhanveer Singh, and Sahib Verma. For the unversed, Amitabh Bachchan lent his voice as the narrator. 

FAQs:

Q. Why is Shaitan Singh so famous?

A. Major Shaitan Singh was the commanding officer during the Battle of Rezang La. He fought bravely in the Indo-Sino War.

Q. How did Major Shaitan Singh die?

A. Major Shaitan Singh martyred during the Battle of Rezang La. His body was recovered months later, covered in snow.

Q. Is Farhan Akhtar's 120 Bahadur a hit or a flop movie?

A. 120 Bahadur did poorly at the domestic box office, collecting only ₹17.85 crore, as reported by Sacnilk. Audiences were not very interested in another “lost war” story, especially one linked to China, and the film’s music also failed to connect.