Salman Khan’s Battle Of Galwan set for Independence Day 2026
Salman Khan’s much awaited film Battle Of Galwan has a new release plan. Earlier on the same day, Bollywood Hungama reported that the film may not arrive on April 17 as first announced. That news spread fast and caught a lot of attention online. Fans were left confused and worried about the delay.
Now, there is a fresh update that brings relief and excitement. According to a source quoted by Bollywood Hungama, Battle Of Galwan has been postponed but with a strong reason.
The source said the new date makes more sense for the makers and for Salman Khan. August 15 is India’s Independence Day. Releasing the film just a day before fits the theme of the movie. The story is based on a patriotic subject and links closely to national pride.
The source explained that the team feels the patriotic mood will be very high during that time. People usually look for meaningful and emotional films around Independence Day. Battle Of Galwan is expected to match that mood well. It is seen as the right kind of film to watch during such a period.
The makers are likely to announce the new release date officially very soon. Fans are now waiting for a confirmation from the team. Many believe August 14 could give the film a strong opening due to the long holiday weekend.
Earlier, Bollywood Hungama had also shared why the film could not stick to the April 17 plan. A source had said that the shooting is not yet complete. Some parts had to be reshot, and this process took longer than expected.
From Monday, February 9, the team is set to begin a one week shooting schedule. This will take place at the Golden Tobacco Factory in Mumbai. After this schedule ends, a few more days of shooting will still be left.
The source said that by the end of February, the entire shoot should finally wrap up. Only after that can the post production work move ahead properly.
Once filming is done, director Apoorva Lakhia will start editing the reshot scenes. Editing is a detailed process and needs time, especially for a film of this scale. The team does not want to rush this stage.
There is another important step involved. As per rules, Battle Of Galwan must be shown to the Ministry of Defence. This is because the film is based on a sensitive military subject. This approval process can also take time.
Because of these two reasons, the makers felt it would be difficult to meet the April 17 deadline. They did not want to release an unfinished or rushed product. The decision to postpone was taken after careful thought.
Salman Khan has played a key role in this decision. The source said that Salman is very clear about the film. He believes that a patriotic movie like this deserves care and patience.
He has told the team not to hurry through the process. According to him, the film must be made properly and with respect to the subject. He wants the final version to look strong on screen.
Salman feels the film should be appealing, emotional, and cinematic. He does not want any weak points just to meet an early date. For him, quality matters more than speed.
Battle Of Galwan is one of Salman Khan’s most talked about projects. It marks his return to a serious and patriotic role. Fans have been eager to see him in this avatar.
It is a subject that carries deep emotions for many Indians. Because of this, expectations from the film are very high.
Releasing it around Independence Day could also add to its impact. Many past patriotic films have done well during this time. The mood of the nation often helps such films connect better with audiences.
For now, August 14, 2026 is being seen as the likely release date. An official announcement is expected soon.
Though the delay may disappoint some, many believe the extra time will help the film. A well made film often stays longer in public memory.
Salman Khan and the makers seem confident about the new plan. If all goes well, Battle Of Galwan could turn into one of the biggest releases of 2026.
As the shooting wraps up and post production begins, the journey of the film enters its final phase. All eyes are now on the official word and the road ahead for this patriotic drama.