120 Bahadur : Preparation for Farhan Akhtar

120 Bahadur: Razneesh Ghai Reveals How Farhan Akhtar and the New Actors Are Undergoing Rigorous Military Training

Small Beginnings

The heat is building for Farhan Akhtar’s upcoming film, 120 Bahadur.

Directed by Razneesh ‘Razy’ Ghai, the film is based on the heroic battle of Rezang La in 1962, and it’s now clear that every soldier seen on screen is actually putting in a lot of hard work.

The Real Meaning of Training

Ghai says that most of the actors playing Charlie Company soldiers are completely new and have never been seen in films before.

He put them through a rigorous, demanding training routine.

They were trained not just in movement, but in realistic weapon handling, hand-to-hand combat, body language, and even the use of a .303 rifle.

Role of the International Action Team

The director revealed that he hired the same international action team that worked on the Oscar-winning film All Quiet on the Western Front.

The team spent months training the actors.

The impact will be evident on screen, as the uniformed demeanor, daily routine, and emotions in each scene will not appear artificial in the slightest.

The Advantage of a Military Childhood

Ghai, having been an army kid himself, understands the details, discipline, and subtle habits of the military.

He said that he captured these small reflexes, mannerisms, and decorum with authenticity in the film.

This is why the actors’ performances have a naturalness that doesn’t feel artificial.

Story and Scale

The film tells the story of 120 soldiers of the 13th Kumaon Regiment who fought against approximately 3,000 Chinese soldiers in the harsh winter weather of Eastern Ladakh.

Produced by Excel Entertainment and Trigger Happy Studios, the film stars Farhan Akhtar in the lead role.

The release date is set for November 21, 2025.

The Last Impact

120 Bahadur doesn’t just look like a war film; the training and technology keep it true to reality.

With fresh faces, rigorous preparation, and an experienced team, this film is set to powerfully present a story of bravery and sacrifice on the big screen.

With what is being produced, it is hoped that audiences will witness not just a film, but an experience.