A First Time Ever: 120 Bahadur to have paid previews three days ahead of release

Hindi films do not often step into early paid previews, but 120 Bahadur is choosing a route that blends timing with intent. The team is placing special screenings on 18 November, the day that marks the Rezang La battle, inviting viewers to watch the film before its full arrival across India.

The decision comes with a clear message. The makers want the first wave of audience reactions to lead the buzz instead of relying only on traditional marketing. It puts the faith of the team directly in viewer hands.

Special Screenings Trigger Early Curiosity

Over thirty shows are expected to run during these advance screenings, opening a window for moviegoers to step into the story ahead of others. These shows act as a preview to the nationwide release on 21 November and set up a conversation around how the film approaches a historic chapter.

At the heart of 120 Bahadur is the story of a battalion from the 13 Kumaon Regiment during the 1962 conflict. Farhan Akhtar plays Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, who led his men through a moment that changed the course of the battle. The film explores the unit’s resolve, the pressure they carried and the weight of decisions made in the cold and unforgiving landscape.

The True Events That Shape the Film

The narrative follows how the soldiers prepared for a situation that offered little certainty but called for unwavering commitment. One particular line echoes through the story and captures the unbent spirit of the men as they step into one of the toughest confrontations in the regiment’s memory.

The film has been directed by Razneesh Razy Ghai and created through a collaboration between Excel Entertainment and Trigger Happy Studios. Bookings for the previews open this afternoon, giving audiences a chance to secure their seats before the main release window opens.

With the early screenings expected to stir conversation across social media and among cinegoers, the film heads toward its 21 November launch with a wave of public curiosity already moving. The team behind 120 Bahadur seems ready to let viewers carry the story forward even before the wider rollout begins.