120 Bahadur

2025 [HINDI]

Action / Drama / History / War

9
Rotten Tomatoes Critics - Certified Fresh 73% · 11 reviews
Rotten Tomatoes Audience - Upright 81% · 50 ratings
IMDb Rating 7.1/10 10 4453 4.5K

Director

Razneesh Ghai Photo
Razneesh Ghai

Top cast

Amitabh Bachchan Photo
Amitabh Bachchan as Narrator
Farhan Akhtar Photo
Farhan Akhtar as Major Shaitan Singh
Vivan Bhatena Photo
Vivan Bhatena as Jemadar Surja Ram
Raashi Khanna Photo
Raashi Khanna as Shugan Kanwari Singh
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1.23 GB
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Hindi 2.0
NR
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24 fps
2 hr 16 min
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2.52 GB
1920*800
Hindi 5.1
NR
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24 fps
2 hr 16 min
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2.29 GB
1920*800
Hindi 5.1
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24 fps
2 hr 16 min
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Movie Reviews

Reviewed by FiftyTwo_52 6 / 10

A Sincere but Stale Tribute to Major Shaitan Singh

120 Bahadur is a film of immense heart but uneven execution, serving as a valiant effort that unfortunately falters as a modern cinematic product.While it is commendable to see the incredible sacrifice of Major Shaitan Singh and the 13th Kumaon Regiment finally take center stage, the storytelling feels like an odd hybrid of 1960s Haqeeqat and 1990s Border.In an era of nuanced war dramas, this approach feels remarkably dated for 2025. The misplaced accents are particularly jarring, pulling the viewer out of a setting that demands absolute authenticity. While Farhan Akhtar and the ensemble deliver steady performances, there is nothing truly path-breaking here to match the magnitude of the real-life Battle of Rezang La.It remains a watchable tribute to a Param Vir Chakra legend, but ultimately feels like a missed opportunity to redefine the Indian war genre for a new generation.
Reviewed by Satvik-27 8 / 10

An amazing film about Indian history and devotion to the land.

"120 Bahadur" is a genuinely gripping film that throws you right into the lives and struggles of Indian soldiers defending their land. The pacing stays tight from the start-there's never a dull moment. I was honestly shocked when the intermission hit because the first half just flew by.Before the interval, the film focuses more on the characters and their bond, even slipping in a few light jokes. After the break, though, it's full-on war. Explosions, MMG and LMG bursts, rifle fire-you name it, the theatre was practically vibrating. And while that intensity works for a war movie, I personally felt the action stretched a bit too long. A little trimming would've kept the impact without overwhelming everything.The songs also didn't leave much of a mark, which is why I couldn't quite give it a perfect 10.Still, "120 Bahadur" delivers a powerful, emotional experience and keeps you hooked throughout. Definitely worth watching.
Reviewed by harshawasthi90 6 / 10

Great story, but the film fails to do full justice

The real story behind 120 Bahadur is powerful, but the film's execution feels weak and often superficial.Action scenes lack logic. A Major openly stands in the sniper's line of fire, only for the Indian sniper to shoot from behind and graze his ear. Director thinks that we are dumb.Chinese soldiers walk in a single-file line toward Indian positions as if they're out for a casual hike, even though they know the Indians are holding ground.Some combat setups feel artificial and staged. The buildup to close-range fights looks off, although the actual hand-to-hand combat choreography is good.Lens choices and lighting make the battlefield look like a controlled studio set instead of the LoC.Farhan Akhtar feels miscast. His vibe is too soft and poetic, almost as if he might slip into "Zinda ho tum..." during serious scenes.Unnecessary songs break immersion and spoil the pacing.Chinese army tactics are shown in an extremely unrealistic manner, which hurts the seriousness of the story.After watching films like Saving Private Ryan, Fury, Dunkirk, 1917, and Black Hawk Down, the lack of immersion here becomes very obvious.I've read the detailed history of this operation, and the movie doesn't capture its intensity or sacrifice.The sound design is amazing, and the long-take sequence in the burnt Chinese village is genuinely impressive.In the end, a great war story that deserved much better. I even yawned in the theatre.
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