Mumbai, Nov 28 (LatestNewsX) – The Delhi government just made Farhan Akhtar’s war epic 120 Bahadur tax‑free, a gesture that honours the brave men of the 120 soldiers who held the line in the Charlie Company of the Kumaon Regiment.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took the opportunity to thank the makers for a film that foregrounds the inspirational leadership of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati. “#120Bahadur, a historical war film, pays tribute to the extraordinary courage, leadership, and sacrifice of the 120 soldiers of Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment, who fought valiantly in the Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 Sino‑Indian War. The film highlights the inspiring leadership of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, whose actions and sacrifice remain a defining symbol of courage in India’s military history. (sic).”
She added, “As a special mark of respect to the valiant soldiers, the Delhi Government has decided to grant tax‑free status to the film in Delhi from 28 Nov. Congratulations to the creators of the film!”
The exemption is expected to drive audiences of all ages to see the heroic retelling of the Battle of Rezang La on the big screen.
Farhan Akhtar’s portrayal of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati has already drawn praise. Veteran actress Shabana Azmi wrote, “So so proud of you @faroutakhtar . I loved #120Bahadur and your performance is sincere ,heartfelt and subtle. Cant believe that the actor who plays #Shaitan Singh is the same actor who played Imran in Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.Congratulations to you and #RiteshSidhwani and the entire team (sic).”
Directed by Razneesh ‘Razy’ Ghai and backed by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar, and Amit Chandra, 120 Bahadur premiered in theatres on 21 November.
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