Salman Khan's new moustache look goes viral - Is this for his Galwan film with Apoorva Lakhia?

Salman Khan's new look creates excitement. He is preparing for a film based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. Salman will portray Colonel B. Santosh Babu. This is his first time playing a real-life hero. The film is inspired by 'India's Most Fearless 3'. Shooting will occur in Leh-Ladakh and Mumbai. The project will start after Sikandar.
Salman Khan
has once again sent the internet into a frenzy—this time with a striking new look that's sparked major buzz among fans and industry insiders alike. Sporting a thick moustache and a rugged avatar, the superstar is believed to be gearing up for his next big project, reportedly based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash.
Could this be a glimpse into his most intense role yet?
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In a new viral photo, Salman is seen sporting a distinctive moustache look, reportedly as part of his preparation for his next film. The actor is set to portray Colonel B. Santosh Babu—the brave officer who led the 16 Bihar regiment during the 2020 Galwan Valley clash with Chinese troops. This marks Salman's first time playing a real-life hero on screen.
As soon as the photo made its way onto the interner, likes and comments poured in from all sides. While one fan wrote, 'Shape mein thoda thoda jaa raha hai look', another one added, 'Bhai ka recent pic dekh ke Sultan ki yaad aa gayi'. A fan also commented, 'Finally, Salman Khan is giving such insane vibe! Looking forward to his upcoming Galwan movie. Bhaijaan's new look resembling an army man is so so so promising'.
Salman Khan is currently following a strict diet and undergoing intense training to physically transform into the role of an army officer.
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While he has portrayed a soldier in brief appearances in Heroes and Jai Ho, this will be his first full-fledged role as a military man in a feature film. The yet-untitled project is inspired by the book India's Most Fearless 3 by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh, and is based on real-life events from the Galwan Valley clash.
According to a report by Pinkvilla, the film is expected to go on floors in July 2025. The shoot will take place across real-life locations in Leh and Ladakh, along with a significant schedule in Mumbai. Salman Khan will be joined by three new-gen actors, with casting currently in progress. This project marks Bhaijaan's immediate next after Sikandar, and is shaping up to be one of his most ambitious ventures yet.
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