Salman's 'Battle of Galwan' shoot wrapped up in 45 days
What's the story
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has completed the shooting schedule for his upcoming movie, Battle of Galwan, in Leh, Ladakh. The actor wrapped up the shoot in 45 days and returned to Mumbai on Thursday. Director Apoorva Lakhia took to Instagram Stories to share behind-the-scenes moments from the shoot. He wrote, "It's a wrap."
Transformation
Khan surprises fans with his clean-shaven look
Khan returned to Mumbai in a black ensemble, including a T-shirt, matching pants, and a cap. After completing the filming, the actor shaved off his mustache, surprising fans at the airport with a clean-shaven look. The transformation has further fueled the buzz around Battle of Galwan, in which Khan will portray a rugged and intense role.
Official meeting
Khan also met Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor during the shoot
Earlier this month, Khan paid a courtesy call on Ladakh's Lieutenant Governor, Kavinder Gupta, at Raj Niwas in Leh. The Lt. Governor's Office later shared photos from the meeting on X (formerly Twitter). Wearing a blue shirt and denim jeans, Khan was spotted sharing a warm conversation with Gupta. During the visit, he was also presented with a Thangka canvas painting by the Lieutenant Governor.
Twitter Post
Lt. Governor of Ladakh welcomed Khan
Bollywood icon Salman Khan paid a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble Lt.
— Office of the Lt. Governor, Ladakh (@lg_ladakh) September 13, 2025#Leh. pic.twitter.com/YByFcy8diS Governor Shri @KavinderGupta at the Raj Niwas,
Film details
About 'Battle of Galwan'
The film, mounted on a grand scale, features Khan in the role of an army officer. It draws inspiration from the 2020 Galwan Valley battle between Indian and Chinese soldiers, a rare border conflict that turned deadly without the use of firearms. Instead, soldiers engaged in brutal hand-to-hand combat using sticks and stones. The motion poster presents Khan in a bloodied, battle-worn look.