Salman Khan is again making headlines for all the right reasons.The superstar recently hosted a star-studded screening of his highly anticipated patriotic war drama, Maatrubhumi: May War Rest In Peace. While audiences count down to its official release, the film’s very first review has already dropped, sparking a wave of excitement and industry buzz.

Subhash Ghai Crowns Salman’s Film a “Must Watch”

Legendary filmmaker Subhash Ghai was among the select few industry veterans invited to preview the film’s rough cut. Deeply touched by its narrative, he praised the movie on social media . In a viral post, Ghai gave the very first review of Maatrubhumi, calling it a “must‑watch film.” He highlighted how the story beautifully captures the emotional bonds of Indian and Chinese soldiers with their families and nations, offering a heartfelt reminder of humanity amid conflict.

An Elite Bollywood Gathering

Salman Khan hosted an exclusive preview at Mumbai’s ‘Food Square’ and brought together some of Indian cinema’s biggest directors. This elite inner circle included, Sooraj Barjatya, Kabir Khan, and David Dhawan, producer Siddharth Roy Kapur and actor Riteish Deshmukh.

Overcoming High-Altitude Hurdles & Geopolitical Storms

Salman Khan’s latest film has already created controversy. Earlier the movie was titled as Battle of Galwan, but it drew sharp criticism from China’s state media for its portrayal of the 2020 military standoff. The makers have retitled the film as matrubhumi to ease diplomatic tensions.Apart from the geopolitical drama, Khan himself gruelingunderwent challenges to bring the story alive. He spent eight days in freezing waters at Ladakh’s high altitudes and shooted high‑intensity sequences.

Conclusion

Though diplomatic clearances have temporarily pushed back its release, Subhash Ghai’s explosive review makes one thing clear that Maatrubhumi is worth the wait. His endorsement is already shaping up to be one of Bollywood’s most talked‑about reviews of the year. Stay tuned for the latest updates on its official release date.