After a moderate performance at the box office, 120 Bahadur will be released on Amazon Prime Video on January 16, 2026. Directed by Razneesh 'Razy' Ghai, 120 Bahadur is a historical war-drama movie inspired by true events of the Battle of Rezang La that took place during 1962 Indo-China war.
The multi starrer war drama features Farhan Akhtar, Raashii Khanna, Sparsh Walia, Ajinkya Deo, and more in the key roles. Farhan Akhtar essays the role of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, a real life Param Vir Chakra recipient.
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Hailing from Jodhpur, Major Shaitan Singh Bhati was an Indian Army officer from the 13 Kumaon Regiment. Major Bhati was honoured with Param Vir Chakra posthumously for his heroic leadership during the 1962 Indo-China War.
Major Bhati was the one who commanded 'C' Company at Rezang La in Ladakh's Chushul sector at 16,000 feet elevation.
Major Shaitan Singh Bhati's leadership and incredible bravely still resonates in India's history with pride.
For those who are still not aware about his story, in 1962, Major Shaitan Singh Bhati and his isolated unit of 120 soldiers locked horns with a massive 3000 Chinese PLA troops.
According to reports, after several unsuccessful attacks from the front, the Chinese PLA troops cowardly attacked from behind.
The Indian Army Jawans fought until their last breathe. During the battle, Major Bhati continuously moved from post to post bolstering defence and boosting the morale of his men.
As he moved between the posts without any cover, he was seriously wounded, and later gave his life to defend the country.
Some reports suggest that out of 3000 Chinese PLA troops, 1400 died fighting the brave 120 Indian soldiers.
