While Salman Khan’s Battle of Galwan is grabbing headlines, a smaller film with the same focus—LAC: Battle of Galwan—has run into trouble with India’s censor board (CBFC). Director Nitin Kumar Gupta says the board asked for cuts, including toning down violent scenes and removing direct mentions of the real-life clash location. The film stars Rahul Roy, but it’s unclear if these edits will delay its release or alter its message.

Editor’s Note: Censorship battles like this aren’t new, but they highlight the tightrope filmmakers walk when tackling sensitive real-world events—especially ones tied to national pride or political tension. If even the setting of a story is deemed too controversial, it raises questions about creative freedom and how India’s institutions handle retellings of recent history. Audiences might wonder: Will these cuts water down the film’s impact, or are they just bureaucratic caution? Either way, it’s a reminder that storytelling about real conflicts rarely gets a free pass.