Salman Khan's 'Battle of Galwan' Stirs Chinese Fury Pre-Release

• Salman Khan's upcoming film 'Battle of Galwan', based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash, has sparked significant controversy in China before its April 17 release.
• Chinese media, including The Global Times, and Weibo users have labeled the film as propaganda, questioning its historical accuracy and portrayal of events.
• The film features Salman Khan as B. Santosh Babu, who was posthumously awarded the Maha Vir Chakra for his sacrifice in the Galwan Valley.
• Chinese experts suggest the film is ill-timed, could fuel anti-China sentiment, and presents only the Indian perspective, despite claims of improving relations.
• The teaser shows Salman Khan's character leading soldiers, and has drawn criticism for visuals and costumes, with some Indian netizens comparing a scene to 'Game of Thrones'.

Why It Matters: Salman Khan's 'Battle of Galwan' faces strong Chinese backlash over its depiction of the 2020 clash.