In a candid revelation, Bollywood star Chitrangda Singh describes her role as an army officer’s wife in ‘Battle of Galwan’ as a uniquely profound experience. Preparing for the part, she immersed herself in the realities of military spouses, uncovering their potent mix of fortitude and concealed fears.
Daughter to an Indian Army veteran, Chitrangda was familiar with postings, protocols, and paternal anecdotes. However, connecting with army wives shifted her perspective dramatically. ‘This role let me feel the struggles of my mother and countless others like her—their unspoken blend of honor and heartache,’ she explained.
Daily life for these women is a tightrope walk between bold strength and simmering apprehension, Chitrangda observed. Her portrayal delves into the raw vulnerability: learning to mend a shattered heart while projecting unyielding support.
‘Battle of Galwan’, helmed by Apurva Lakhia, dramatizes the fierce India-China clash of June 15, 2020, in the Galwan Valley—a tragic episode along the LAC that saw 20 Indian heroes martyred.
Chitrangda symbolizes the uncelebrated might of women standing resolutely behind their soldier husbands. She brings emotional depth to Salman Khan’s protagonist, weaving in compassion, poise, and steadfastness.
The ensemble features Ankur Bhatia, Abhilaash Chaudhary, Vipin Bhardwaj, and Siddharth. Hitting screens on April 17, the film is set to stir patriotism and empathy, highlighting sacrifices on all fronts.