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India asks filmmakers to halt 'China-bashing' amid diplomatic thaw

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India has reportedly advised filmmakers to cease projects that portray China negatively, particularly those referencing the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. This directive comes amid a diplomatic effort to improve relations between the two nations. Consequently, films like Salman Khan's war drama, formerly titled 'Battle of Galwan,' are being retitled and reshot, while other projects, such as 'The Lion of Galwan,' have been shelved entirely, sparking debate about creative freedom in Indian cinema. AI

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India asks filmmakers to halt 'China-bashing' amid diplomatic thaw

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Junaid Kathju ·

    India tells filmmakers to drop ‘China-bashing’ as ties warm

    As India and China work to steady their relationship after years of border tension, Indian filmmakers say projects inspired by the 2020 Galwan Valley clashes are being reworked, delayed or shelved following official warnings against “China-bashing”. Bollywood heavyweight Salman K…

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