Battle of Galwan: Salman Khan flies out under tight security for Ladakh shoot

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan’s much-talked-about war drama Battle of Galwan has now entered its Ladakh schedule, marking a key phase in production. The film, directed by Apoorva Lakhia, will dramatize the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese forces and has been creating buzz ever since its announcement. Recently, Salman was spotted at Mumbai airport amid tight security as he left for Ladakh to join the film’s crucial shooting schedule.

#BattleOfGalwan - journey KICKS-OFF from today.. 🪖🔥#SalmanKhan DAY 1 shoot in Leh Ladakh. 🎬💥 pic.twitter.com/e7H6YI9MPZ

— 🌼😻SADHANA😻🌼 (@HEYHONEYpie28) September 7, 2025

Salman Leaves Mumbai Amid Heavy Security

On Saturday, Salman Khan was spotted at Mumbai airport surrounded by an extensive security team as he boarded a flight to Ladakh. Videos and pictures of the actor with his entourage quickly went viral, with reports highlighting heightened security measures, including private and Z-category protection.

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The move comes after previous safety concerns linked to the actor, making his airport exits a frequent subject of media attention.

🖤🔥🖤 Megastar Salman Khan @BeingSalmanKhan #salmankhan #GalwanValley
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— Bollywood Fan Of Bollywood (@BollywoodFanOf1) September 6, 2025

Yesterday #SalmanKhan received a warm welcome at #Ladakh airport.!! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/ECWPUZm35h

— Salman Khan Fan Club (@BSKFanClub) September 7, 2025

Mumbai Shoot Scrapped, Ladakh Becomes Primary Location

Earlier, plans to begin shooting in Mumbai’s Mehboob Studios were scrapped at the last minute. Elaborate sets had already been constructed, but the schedule was canceled and dismantled. As reported by Times of India, sources told that the shift to Ladakh was a creative decision, as the makers felt the film’s high-altitude action sequences needed to be shot continuously on location to preserve narrative flow and authenticity.

Challenges of Shooting in Ladakh

According to production updates, the Ladakh schedule began with a small prayer ceremony, followed by crew orientation and security checks. Salman has also spoken about the physical challenges of filming in extreme conditions, including cold-water stunts and high-altitude training, underscoring the demanding nature of the project.

Swag Work Megastar #SalmanKhan pic.twitter.com/cyD9rZKn6T

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More About Battle Of Galwan

Backed by a strong ensemble and mounted on a grand scale, Battle of Galwan promises a mix of patriotic storytelling and large-scale action. With its Ladakh schedule now underway, the film is positioning itself as one of the most anticipated Bollywood releases in the coming year.