Rajasthan has declared the film 120 Bahadur tax-free, following Delhi's lead. The Farhan Akhtar starrer, which portrays the bravery of Indian soldiers during the 1962 Sino-Indian War, was released in theaters on November 21, 2025.
Actor and producer Farhan Akhtar has expressed his gratitude to Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma for the gesture. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Akhtar thanked the Chief Minister for honoring Major Shaitan Singh Bhati (PVC) and the courage of every soldier of Charlie Company.
The film 120 Bahadur tells the story of the Battle of Rezang La, where 120 Indian soldiers stood against 3,000 Chinese troops. The film is directed by Razneesh 'Razy' Ghai and produced by Excel Entertainment. It stars Farhan Akhtar as Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, along with Raashii Khanna, Vivan Bhatena, and Ankit Siwach.
The decision to declare the film tax-free in Rajasthan has been met with positive reactions. Netizens have urged other states and union territories to follow suit, emphasizing the film's depiction of the soldiers' sacrifices. One user commented that the film is a saga of their sacrifice, not just a film. Another user thanked Farhan Akhtar for bringing the truths of the martyrs to light.
Prior to the Rajasthan government's decision, Ravindra Singh Bhati, a Rajasthan MLA, had requested Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma to declare the film tax-free. Bhati emphasized the film's portrayal of the valor and sacrifice of Indian soldiers, particularly Major Shaitan Singh Bhati and his men from the 13 Kumaon Regiment.
120 Bahadur has received positive reviews for its performances and war sequences, though some critics have pointed out issues with the screenplay. The film was featured in the Gala Premiere section of the 56th IFFI.
The film has also been appreciated by political figures. Akhilesh Yadav, former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, called it "a good film with a good message," and Farhan Akhtar thanked him for acknowledging the film's team's work. Veteran actor Shabana Azmi also praised Farhan Akhtar's portrayal of Major Shaitan Singh.
The makers of 120 Bahadur launched a customized 'My Stamp' to honor the soldiers of the Battle of Rezang La. The special stamp was unveiled by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi.
Farhan Akhtar had previously expressed hope that 120 Bahadur would be made tax-free across India, believing it would allow a wider audience to experience the story of the Battle of Rezang La. He emphasized the importance of remembering the heroes of the past.
