The trailer for Farhan Akhtar's upcoming war drama ’120 Bahadur’ has taken social media by storm. Released on Tuesday, the two-minute-eight-second trailer showcases Akhtar's powerful portrayal of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, who led 120 soldiers during the 1962 India-China war.
The trailer opens with a compelling question: "What happened in Rezang La on November 18?" This immediately draws viewers into the historical narrative, transitioning to intense glimpses of the 1962 Indo-China War. The video highlights Major Shaitan Singh Bhati's unwavering courage as he led the Charlie Company cadets in the Battle of Rezang-La.
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The production captures the story of these brave soldiers and honours their unmatched bravery in defending the nation during one of India's most challenging military conflicts.
Twitter users have flooded the platform with overwhelmingly positive reactions to the ‘120 Bahadur’ trailer. The film has generated significant buzz across social media platforms, with netizens praising various aspects of the production.
Sumit Kadel expressed his enthusiasm, writing: "THIS HAS TO BE THE TEASER OF THE YEAR 120 INDIAN SOLDIERS vs 3000 CHINESE - The epic Battle of Rezang La comes alive! Teaser of #120Bahadur is OUT - and it's absolutely TOP NOTCH. Visuals, Action, Performances- Everything hits HARD! looks like #FarhanAkhtar's most promising film since #BhaagMilkhaBhaag."
The TEASER of #120Bahadur drops TOMORROW 🔥
— Sumit Kadel (@SumitkadeI) August 4, 2025
Poster released today looks BRILLIANT - #FarhanAkhtar as Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, PVC 👏
Inspired by an incredible true story — the Battle of Rezang La - this war drama is going to STIR EVERY HEART
That line “Hum Peechhe Nahin… pic.twitter.com/Pf0uPvI9wK
Joginder Tuteja praised the trailer's impact, stating, "After such a terrific teaser, they don't even need a trailer. The job is already done. #FarhanAkhtar's #120Bahadur is a winner in the making. #120BahadurTeaser is so powerful, it promises the right dose of action, drama, patriotism and very importantly a story that hasn't been heard! A story about grit, sacrifice, and unwavering resolve of 120 Indian soldiers at Rezang La - a battle the world needs to remember."
#120Bahadur is Dark Horse of 2025 at the Box Office 🔥 pic.twitter.com/1eznVhASz4
— Anuj (@MoodUplifter) August 5, 2025
Anuj commented on the film's potential, writing: "#120Bahadur is Dark Horse of 2025 at the Box Office."
#120Bahadur is Dark Horse of 2025 at the Box Office 🔥 pic.twitter.com/1eznVhASz4
— Anuj (@MoodUplifter) August 5, 2025
Kshamik appreciated the technical aspects, noting: "#120Bahadur seems like a solid war film. It looks beautifully shot, thanks to real locations. The action feels well choreographed, with the oner glimpse being a standout. Just hope it doesn't follow the routine narrative structure that most films in the similar genre do."
#120Bahadur seems like a solid war film. It looks beautifully shot, thanks to real locations. The action feels well choreographed, with the oner glimpse being a standout. Just hope it doesn’t follow the routine narrative structure that most films in the similar genre do. pic.twitter.com/A4rvFtpKc8
— Kshamik (@Kshamik4) August 5, 2025
Amit Bhatia described his reaction: "The teaser of #120Bahadur is just mind blowing, whenever @FarOutAkhtar acts he is outstanding, this teaser is grand, it streams patriotism and gives you goosebumps. Looks like the film is shot well, This film is based of battle of Rezang La of 1962."
The teaser of #120Bahadur is just mind blowing, whenever @FarOutAkhtar acts he is outstanding, this teaser is grand , it streams patriotism and gives you goosebumps . Looks like the film is shot well, This film is based of battle of Rezang La of 1962@excelmovies pic.twitter.com/6e9eDsyPwj
— Amit Bhatia (ABP News) (@amitbhatia1509) August 5, 2025
Rohit Jaiswal highlighted specific scenes, writing: "OUTSTANDING TEASER - FARHAN AKHTAR is BACK - Last hand to hand fight scene."
OUTSTANDING TEASER - FARHAN AKHTAR is BACK - Last hand to hand fight scene 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
— Rohit Jaiswal (@rohitjswl01) August 5, 2025
Watch the teaser of @FarOutAkhtar @ritesh_sid @excelmovies next big film titled as #120Bahadur, releasing in cinemas on 21st November 2025….
Based on True Story… #FarhanAkhtar… pic.twitter.com/lQt9R0cMYm
The film features Farhan Akhtar in the lead role as Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, with Raashii Khanna making a brief appearance in the trailer. The movie serves as a tribute to Param Vir Chakra recipient Major Shaitan Singh and the soldiers of Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment.
Razneesh Ghai directs the film, while Rajiv G Menon has written the screenplay. The music composition is handled by Amit Trivedi, with lyrics penned by Javed Akhtar.
The production team includes Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani under Excel Entertainment, and Amit Chandrra under Trigger Happy Studios as producers.
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Set against the backdrop of the 1962 India-China war, ‘120 Bahadur’ focuses on the Battle of Rezang-La, where 120 Indian soldiers faced approximately 3,000 Chinese troops. The film aims to bring this lesser-known but significant military encounter to mainstream cinema.
The battle represents one of the most heroic last stands in Indian military history, making it a compelling subject for cinematic treatment.
‘120 Bahadur’ is scheduled to be released in cinemas on November 21, 2025. Based on the social media response, the film has already generated substantial anticipation among audiences and critics alike.
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