SCOOP: Salman Khan and Jio Studios strategise December 4 release for Maatrubhumi against Eetha; distribution battle intensifies
- On Friday, Salman Khan announced that Maatrubhumi will arrive in cinemas on December 4, 2026, during the film's trailer launch event in Mumbai.
- The film, which depicts the real-life clash between Indian and Chinese troops in the Galwan Valley, faced several delays from its initial April 17, 2026, release schedule.
- Director Apoorva Lakhia's production marks Salman Khan and Chitrangda Singh's first on-screen appearance together, with supporting cast Zeyn Shaw and Abhishrri Sen, and music by Ravi Basrur, Ayaan Lall, and Himesh Reshammiya.
- With the December 4 release date, Maatrubhumi will clash at the box office with Shraddha Kapoor's biographical drama Eetha, also scheduled for that date.
- Salman Khan's last lead role was in the 2025 release Sikandar, while Chitrangda Singh recently appeared in Raat Akeli Hai and Housefull 5, featuring Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh.
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'Not an anti-China film: Salman Khan on Maatrubhumi script rewrite rumors, government pressure
At the trailer launch of Maatrubhumi, Salman Khan revealed that the film was delayed due to extensive VFX work and Chitrangda Singh's injury. The actor also dismissed reports of script changes and said the movie was passed by the CBFC without any cuts.
Salman Khan broke his silence at the trailer launch event regarding the rumors surrounding his film "Matrubhoomi." He clearly stated that the government never asked for changes or rewrites to the script.
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PressNewsAgencySCOOP: Salman Khan and Jio Studios strategise December 4 release for Maatrubhumi against Eetha; distribution battle intensifies
Just a week back, Jio Studios was ousted as the distributor of the Dinesh Vijan-produced Eetha starring Shraddha Kapoor in lead. The stalwart was replaced by PVR Pictures to come on board the film, which sent shockwaves in the industry, as Maddock has often associated itself with Jio Studios on the distribution front.Soon after, in a shock turn of events, Jio Studios, along with Salman Khan, decided to bring their film, Maatrubhumi, on December …
Salman Khan's much-delayed movie Maatrubhumi release date locked
Mumbai: Superstar Salman Khan on Friday announced that his much-delayed war drama movie “Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace” will finally make its debut in theatres across the country on December 4. Salman, who headlines the Apoorva Lakhia-directed movie, based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops, shared the release date … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and…
Salman Khan at ‘Maatrubhumi’ trailer launch: Focus on Ram’s qualities, not ‘Ramayana’ budget or VFX
Salman Khan, at the trailer launch of ‘Maatrubhumi: May War Rest in Peace’, said ‘Ramayana’ discussions should focus on Ram’s qualities, not cost or VFX, adding that his film’s hero embodies them. He confirmed the December 4 release. ‘Ramayana’ stars Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Yash.
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