Chitrangda Singh on starring opposite Salman Khan in Battle of Galwan: 'Was a bit nervous when I came on board'
Salman Khan and Chitrangda Singh shoot Battle of Galwan in Leh, exploring soldiers’ personal lives alongside high-stakes action, with Singh undergoing multiple transformations for her role.
Last Updated: 02.07 PM, Sep 14, 2025
As one of the most anticipated films of the year, Battle of Galwan stars Salman Khan and Chitrangda Singh in a first-time onscreen pairing, and the shoot is underway in Leh.
Chitrangda Singh opens up about working with Salman Khan
In an interview with HT City, Singh made an honest confession: she was nervous about starring in a film with Khan. The actor revealed that when she joined the project, she felt a little anxious. She remarked, "The reason is Salman has such a huge fan following and there are so many eyes on him always. So you get to hear a lot of responses on what his fans think about his work. I am glad that they kind of accepted me with their Salman, their hero. I am happy that it’s been good so far."
Difficulties have arisen over the course of the project. Khan met with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to reassure him that the representation would not disparage China after reports of complications on the Ladakh shoot surfaced recently. The need to finish the shot during the region's best weather window was also emphasised throughout the meeting.
Exploring soldiers’ lives beyond the battlefield
Singh explained the scope of the film. She added, "There is a lot of prep, of course, that has gone into this, as it's about the Battle of Galwan. But it is also delving into the soldiers’ emotional lives, them as husbands and fathers, as sons. It’s about their personal life. The makers concentrated on getting this whole bunch of people who will be part of the battle. There are also a lot of variables when you are shooting in the dark, so all that was worked out."
The actor, whose most recent film appearance was in Housefull 5, revealed that she will have to undergo numerous transformations for the role. Battle of Galwan has undergone multiple look tests because the film will feature more than one appearance.
High stakes drama
Battle of Galwan is developing into a major film event thanks to its emphasis on both the personal lives of troops and high-stakes fighting. The first-time pairing of Salman Khan and Chitrangda Singh, together with the massive production, has already generated excitement among fans.
FAQs:
Q: Who is starring opposite Salman Khan in Battle of Galwan?
A: Chitrangda Singh is starring opposite Salman Khan in Battle of Galwan. This marks their first collaboration on screen.
Q: Where is the shoot of Battle of Galwan taking place?
A: The film is being shot in Leh, Ladakh, which offers the ideal terrain and weather for the movie’s production.
Q: What is Battle of Galwan about?
A: The film is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash and explores both the battlefield action and the personal lives of soldiers, portraying them as husbands, fathers, and sons.