Amitabh Bachchan Is NOT Part Of Salman Khan's Battle Of Galwan, Confirms Director Apoorva Lakhia

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actor Amitabh Bachchan recently made headlines after the pictures of the actor visiting the sets of Battle of Galwan in Mumbai’s Film City went viral online. The pics posted by Battle of Galwan director Apoorva Lakhia sparked speculations about the megastar’s possible involvement in the film. However, the director has issued a clarification and shared that Amitabh Bachchan is not a part of Salman Khan's Battle of Galwan.

Amitabh Bachchan's pics posted by Battle of Galwan director went viral

The pictures, posted by Apoorva on his Instagram Stories, showed him interacting with Amitabh, along with the caption, “Guess what he is telling me? #legendonsetstoday.” The post immediately caught fans’ attention, prompting rumours that Bachchan might be making a special appearance or cameo in the upcoming Salman Khan-starrer.However, Lakhia has now set the record straight. As per a report in Hindustan Times, when asked about Amitabh’s role in the film, the director clarified that the veteran actor is not a part of Battle of Galwan. Explaining the situation, he said, “No, he was shooting for a commercial in the studio opposite ours. I just went to meet him and say hello.” He also mentioned that it was a casual, friendly meeting, not related to the film’s production.ALSO READ: Naagin 7 First Look To Be Out On THIS Date; Will Priyanka Chahar Choudhary Reveal It On Salman Khan's Bigg Boss 19?

Fans speculated Amitabh Bachchan's cameo in film

This clarification comes after fans flooded social media with excitement, speculating about a possible reunion between Amitabh Bachchan and Apoorva Lakhia. The two have previously worked together on the action thriller Ek Ajnabee (2005) and the drama Mumbai Se Aaya Mera Dost (2003). Their past collaborations had added weight to the rumours, leading many to believe the duo might be joining forces once again.

About Battle of Galwan

Meanwhile, the buzz around the Battle of Galwan continues to grow. The film, directed by Lakhia and headlined by Salman Khan, is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash between Indian and Chinese troops. Salman will reportedly be seen portraying an Indian Army officer, a role that marks his return to a patriotic, action-driven genre.Interestingly, it has been revealed that Chitrangda Singh will be joining the cast for the film’s second shooting schedule in Mumbai. With an ensemble of strong performances expected and a story rooted in real-life heroism, Battle of Galwan is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated films of the year.