Salman Khan has raised the stakes with his never-seen-before Battle of Galwan look, unveiled on his 60th birthday on December 27, 2025. In his career spanning almost four decades, Salman has constantly evolved himself as an actor. From stealing hearts as a romantic hero to getting into action mode in his Dabangg avatar, the actor turns soldier for his upcoming film helmed by director Apoorva Lakhia.
While it is speculated that Salman is set to play Colonel Santosh Babu in the film, a source told Hindustan Times that the film isn’t a biopic on him but roughly based on events of Galwan Valley clash.
Battle of Galwan which is inspired from 2020–2021 India-China skirmishes has apparently angered China as the state-run-newspaper Global Times objected to the portrayal of the battle calling it ‘over-the-top’ film and saying the events “do not align with the facts’.
“The Bollywood films at most provide an entertainment-driven, emotionally charged portrayal, but no amount of cinematic exaggeration can rewrite the history or shake the PLA’s determination to defend China’s sovereign territory,” said the report.
Salman Khan’s hefty pay cheque for Battle of Galwan
With a rich filmography and memorable roles, Salman Khan has build his Rs 2900 crore net worth mostly with his films. According to Forbes, the actor is one of India’s top earners, and his massive earnings from endorsements – Suzuki motorcycles to Chlormint gum has added to his fortune.
According to a report published in Siasat Daily, Salman Khan is taking home a massive pay cheque of Rs 110 crore.
The superstar is known to charge between Rs 100 crore to Rs 150 crore for his films, as per Forbes. The actor earns between Rs 150 crore-Rs 250 crore for hosting Bigg Boss. However, for Bigg Boss 19, the actor reportedly slashed his fee by almost 40%, according to reports, and his total earnings for the season were Rs 150 crore.
What Battle of Galwan cast members are taking home
Chitrangda Singh: The Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi actress stars opposite Salman Khan in Battle of Galwan and is reportedly getting Rs 2 crore.
Govinda: While the exact details are not known, the Coolie No. 1 star is playing a significant role in the film and is reportedly earning Rs 8 crore, according to Siasat.
Other stars: Ankur Bhatia takes home Rs 1.5 crore, while Abhilash Chaudhary is being paid Rs 50 lakh. Heera Sohal’s salary is Rs 1 crore.
Produced by Salman Khan Productions, and directed by Apoorva Lakhia of Haseena Parkar and Shootout at Lokhandwala fame, the film is set to release on April 17, 2026.