120 Bahadur's Name Not To Be Changed, Punjab And Haryana HC Reject Plea

120 Bahadur's Name Not To Be Changed, Punjab And Haryana HC Reject Plea

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has rejected a petition seeking to change the name of Farhan Akhtar's upcoming movie 120 Bahadur. The plea, seeking the film's name to be changed to ‘120 Vir Ahir', was heard in the court on Monday, November 17. During the hearing, the court questioned the petitioner and reminded them that the film is to honour all 120 men who fought in the historic Battle of Rezang La.

“Why are you so sensitive about what name should carry, whether a film should be named so and so? Bravery of soldiers will be seen in that 3 hour or 2-and-a-half hour movie," Chief Justice Sheel Nagu said, as quoted by Bollywood Hungama.

Advocate Abhinav Sood, representing Excel Entertainment (producer of the movie), also informed the court that both the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) and the Defence Ministry cleared the film. He also called the PIL premature and claimed that it was based solely on a three-minute trailer. He also assured the court that all 120 soldiers will be acknowledged in the movie's credits and narrative.

120 Bahadur brings to life the incredible bravery of 120 Indian soldiers from the 13 Kumaon Regiment, who fought with unshakable spirit in the Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 war. Farhan Akhtar steps into the role of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, PVC, the fearless leader who, along with his men, stood firm against overwhelming odds in one of the most heroic chapters of India's military history. At its core, the film carries a powerful and moving message that defines their courage, “Hum Peechhe Nahin Hatenge", a line that captures their unwavering resolve and patriotism.

Directed by Razneesh ‘Razy' Ghai and produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar (Excel Entertainment), and Amit Chandrra (Trigger Happy Studios), the film is an Excel Entertainment production and releases in cinemas on November 21, 2025.

Source: News18
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