Salman Khan's 'Maatrubhumi' likely delayed, release date pushed to June: report

The delays are caused owing to the significant creative shifts and censor board approvals. While a new release date is not yet officially announced, reports suggest the film might now be eyeing a June release.

Salman Khan's highly anticipated war drama Maatrubhumi is facing delays.

If reports are to believed, the film's release is likely pushed from May to June.

The delays are caused owing to the significant creative shifts that the film has gone through.

Reports suggest that the film underwent changes after the Ministry of Defence requested a more fictional approach to avoid affecting diplomatic relations.

Speaking to Bollywood Hungama, an insider revealed that about 40 per cent of the film has been reshot with a fictional spin.

“The present officials didn't want to tamper with the equations between India and China. They requested Salman Khan to reshoot the film and add a fictional spin to the story. Salman respected their decision and instantly reshot around 40 per cent of the film, adding more romance and a backstory to his character. The film was submitted to the board for approval post the reshoot with a new title, Maatrubhumi,” the insider said.

However, the new version of Maatrubhumi, initially titled Battle of Galwan is still facing hurdles.

“Salman Khan was keen to bring Maatrubhumi on May 15. But the troubles with Censor and approval make it an impossible task now. The war drama could now be released in June, subject to the required approvals,” they added.

Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, the film, which also features Chitrangada Singh, is a retelling of the Galwan Valley clash between India and China but now with a more fictional twist.

Salman's slate for 2026 looks jam packed as the superstar is also gearing up for an untitled Dil Raju film which will go on floors in April.

Apart from these two, Salman is also reported to start filming on Raj DK’s retired superhero film in August.