Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Friday that Farhan Akhtar’s war film 120 Bahadur, which portrays the legendary bravery of the Charlie Company of the Kumaon Regiment, has been declared tax-free in the national capital with immediate effect. The Chief Minister highlighted that the movie showcases the inspirational leadership of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, whose courage and selflessness remain a defining symbol of heroism in India’s military history.

Gupta stated on X that 120 Bahadur honors the extraordinary courage, leadership, and sacrifice of the 120 soldiers of Charlie Company, 13 Kumaon Regiment, who fought valiantly in the Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 Sino-Indian War. She added that, as a special mark of respect to these brave soldiers, the Delhi Government has decided to grant the film tax-free status in Delhi from November 28.

Farhan Akhtar had earlier expressed his desire for the movie to be tax-free so that it could reach a wider audience. Speaking to PTI at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), he said that making the film tax-free would allow the story to reach more people and hoped the decision would come into effect. Prior to the tax exemption, PVR listed tickets for prime rows of 120 Bahadur at ₹410. With the 18% GST removed, the ticket price for Delhi viewers will be reduced by ₹62.54 starting November 28, making it more affordable for audiences.

120 Bahadur, a 2025 Hindi-language historical war film, narrates the true events of the Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 Sino-Indian War. Farhan Akhtar plays Major Shaitan Singh, who led 120 soldiers of the Charlie Company against overwhelming Chinese forces. The film highlights the incredible bravery and selflessness of these troops, most of whom belonged to the Ahir community, as they defended a post at Rezang La, a Himalayan pass at freezing high-altitude conditions.