Bollywood star Farhan Akhtar is all set to make his big-screen comeback with 120 Bahadur, where he plays Param Vir Chakra awardee Major Shaitan Singh Bhati. Ahead of the film’s release, Farhan , producer Ritesh Sidhwani, and director Razneesh “Razy” Ghai had an unforgettable encounter with the real heroes of the Battle of Rezang La, making the film’s journey even more meaningful. The pictures from their meeting are now winning hearts online.
120 Bahadur: Story of Extraordinary Courage
120 Bahadur, releasing on November 21, revisits the legendary Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 Indo-China conflict. The film tells the tale of 120 brave soldiers of the 13 Kumaon Regiment, who defended their post against an overwhelmingly larger Chinese army. Shot against the chilling Himalayan backdrop, the movie promises to deliver a mix of patriotism, raw emotions, and thrilling war sequences. This is Farhan’s most powerful role in recent years.
A Meeting With Real-Life Rezang La Heroes
In Delhi, Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, and Razneesh “Razy” Ghai had the honor of meeting Subedar Honorary Captain Ramchander Yadav and Havildar Nihal Singh (Sena Medal), two surviving soldiers of Rezang La. It was an emotional and historic moment as the reel-life actors met the real-life heroes who inspired their roles. The heartfelt interaction highlighted how cinema can keep stories of bravery alive for future generations.
Actors Meet Their Real-Life Inspirations
Adding to the emotional moment, Sparsh Walia and Atul Singh, who portray Subedar Ramchander Yadav and Havildar Nihal Singh in the film, joined the meeting. The actors expressed gratitude for being able to sit with the legends whose courage they are bringing to life on screen. The pictures of Sparsh and Atul with their real-life counterparts struck a deep chord with fans and followers on social media.
Farhan Akhtar’s Emotional Note
Taking to Instagram, Farhan Akhtar shared a series of pictures with the soldiers, captioning them with gratitude: “Thanks for the permission.” His post quickly went viral as fans applauded the actor and the team for honoring unsung heroes. The emotional connect between reel and real has only amplified curiosity for 120 Bahadur, making it one of the most awaited war dramas of 2025.
