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Salman Khan War Drama Retitled 'Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace' as Reshoots Cloud April Release

The change signals a pivot to a peace-focused tone with a creative overhaul underway.

Overview

  • Salman Khan Films confirmed the new title with a poster shared on Khan’s Instagram carrying the line “May War Rest in Peace.”
  • Director Apoorva Lakhia said the switch was planned from the start and reflects a story centered on humanity and empathy rather than a single battle.
  • Industry reports point to about 40 days of additional shooting in Mumbai and a new Chinese‑language song composed by Himesh Reshammiya.
  • The film had been slated for April 17, though the poster omitted a date and trade outlets report a likely delay, with talk of an Independence Day window pending clearances.
  • The project draws inspiration from the 2020 Galwan Valley clash and previously drew criticism from China’s Global Times over its teaser.