Government clears Salman Khan's 'Maatrubhumi', revised cut shows positive India-China ties

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has approved the release of Salman Khan’s film 'Maatrubhumi' following a series of edits requested by officials. The revisions focus on presenting the diplomatic ties between India and China in a constructive manner, addressing earlier concerns about the portrayal of the bilateral relationship. Sources close to the production say the changes were made to align the narrative with the government’s diplomatic stance while preserving the film’s core storyline. The clearance paves the way for the film’s scheduled launch later this year, with distributors confirming that promotional activities will resume. Industry analysts view the approval as a rare instance of a high-profile Bollywood project navigating political sensitivities successfully.