The makers of Salman Khan starrer Battle of Galwan have released the teaser of the film’s first song, Maatrubhumi. The song will be released on January 24, ahead of Republic Day 2026. It references the 2020 Galwan Valley clash, in which 20 Indian soldiers lost their lives.
Released by Salman Khan Films, the teaser offers a brief look at the film’s theme and setting. It focuses on the events surrounding the Galwan clash, one of the most serious confrontations along the Line of Actual Control in recent years.
What The Maatrubhumi Teaser Shows
The “Maatrubhumi” teaser opens with the sound of a military bugle. In its 15-second runtime, the visuals centre on soldiers in difficult terrain, with repeated shots of the Indian national flag. The imagery highlights the conditions faced by troops stationed at the border.
As the bugle fades, background music takes over while the visuals continue to show soldiers and national symbols. The teaser does not reveal much about the song itself, but gives an idea of the tone the makers are aiming for. The full track is expected to offer more clarity once it is released.
The decision to release the song close to Republic Day 2026 links the film’s promotional campaign to the national calendar.
Maatrubhumi is composed by Himesh Reshammiya, with lyrics written by Sameer Anjaan. The song is sung by Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal. It will be released on Salman Khan Films’ official music channel.
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Sharing the song teaser, Salman Khan wrote, “#Maatrubhumi out tomorrow.”
Controversy Around Battle of Galwan
Battle of Galwan has been discussed widely since its teaser was released on December 27, 2025 during Salman Khan’s 60th birthday. The film is directed by Apoorva Lakhia and is based on the June 2020 Galwan Valley clash, which involved hand-to-hand combat between Indian and Chinese soldiers.
Following the teaser’s release, the Chinese government-linked Global Times criticised the film, stating it could not “rewrite history.” The publication also alleged factual inaccuracies and objected to how the Indian Army’s actions were portrayed. These comments triggered an online debate and drew further attention to the project.
Produced by Salman Khan Films, Battle of Galwan stars Salman Khan as a soldier. Chitrangada Singh plays a key role. The film is expected to focus on the events surrounding the Galwan clash and their impact on those involved.
