‘120 Bahadur’ Made Tax-Free in Delhi, Announces CM Rekha Gupta to Boost Film’s Message

The Delhi government has officially declared Farhan Akhtar’s war drama 120 Bahadur tax-free in the national capital starting November 28, a move aimed at amplifying the film’s message of courage and honour. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who described the film as a powerful tribute to the exceptional bravery of the Charlie Company of the 13th Kumaon Regiment.

Released on November 21, the film chronicles the heroic stand of 120 Indian soldiers who fought against overwhelming odds during the Battle of Rezang La in the 1962 India–China War.

CM Rekha Gupta: “A Tribute to Extraordinary Courage”

Sharing the announcement on social media, CM Gupta wrote that making the film tax-free is a gesture to honour the extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and leadership displayed by Major Shaitan Singh Bhati and his men.

Key Highlights From the CM’s Statement:

• The tax exemption is intended to encourage more citizens—especially students and youth—to watch the film.
• The story of Rezang La remains lesser-known, and the government hopes the move helps spread awareness of a defining moment in Indian military history.
• CM Gupta called 120 Bahadur a “fitting cinematic tribute” to the soldiers who defended Rezang La with unmatched determination against thousands of Chinese troops.

Farhan Akhtar Thanks the Delhi Government

Actor–producer Farhan Akhtar, who plays Major Shaitan Singh in the film, expressed gratitude on Instagram. He thanked CM Rekha Gupta for supporting the film and helping its message reach a wider audience.

Box Office Performance:

• The film grossed ₹2.4 crore domestically on its opening day.
• Produced by Excel Entertainment (Farhan Akhtar & Ritesh Sidhwani) and Trigger Happy Studios (Amit Chandra), the movie has been receiving strong word-of-mouth reviews.

Cast and Storyline

Directed by Rajneesh ‘Reji’ Ghai, 120 Bahadur stars:

• Farhan Akhtar as Major Shaitan Singh Bhati
• Raashii Khanna as Shagun Kanwar, Major Singh’s wife

The film portrays the near-impossible defence mounted by 120 Indian soldiers who held their ground against approximately 3,000 Chinese troops, showcasing one of the most inspiring acts of bravery in Indian armed forces history.

Screening at IFFI 2025

120 Bahadur was also screened at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025 in Goa.

During the screening, Farhan Akhtar had expressed hope that the film would be made tax-free across states, emphasizing that:

The Delhi government’s latest move aligns with this vision, helping the film reach a broader audience and keeping alive the legacy of Major Shaitan Singh and the Charlie Company.