Suraj.
I tried to tell you more than once.
But you were already dealing with so many problems
that I didn't want to make it worse.
So, you're a problem for me?
Your cancer is a problem for me?
Dr. Desai said it can be treated.
And what difference would it have made if you had just told me?
I am not going to the front.
You will go to the front, Suraj, and I will get better.
Staying behind won't change our destinies.
And Neelam?
- Isn't she a part of our destiny? - Yes.
She knows already.
Come with me.
Our daughter has matured overnight.
Come.
See for yourself.
Papa!
- What is that? - Parathas. I made them.
They may not have the perfect shape, but they're still tasty.
We just received a call from the front, sir.
We need lots of supplies and ammunition.
Sorry, Suraj.
The existing supplies and ammunition aren't even enough to defend Chuhul.
Then why were my boys sent to Shaksa La without provisions?
My boys are dying from the cold.
The enemy can attack at any moment.
China will never attack that front, Suraj.
You and your company are on standby.
Sir, what happened in NEFA can happen in Shaksa La as well.
Then you have the option to retreat.
Suraj, you must leave immediately.
The jeep will take you a few kilometres further.
From there on, you'll be on foot.
Anything else?
- No, sir. - Good.
Thank you for all your help.
- Jai Hind. - Jai Hind.
Sir!
Zulkar.
What is this?
Shagun's scarf and my lucky mascot.
Gulab Singh.
So, this is the secret to your success.
Thank you for everything, Khattar.
All the best.
Hello, sir.
- Radar, how are you? - Great.
Where are you going?
He'll go with you, Suraj.
He's a handy guy.
I know him very well.
- This is great. Let's go. - Yes, sir.
- Thank you. - You're welcome.
Let's go.
Vande-Vande Mataram
Vande-Vande-Vande Mataram
Vande...
What's wrong, sir?
The jeep has given up.
Should I get down and push?
That won't help.
Should we wait then?
We can't wait.
We have to move.
We'll have to go on foot.
- Do me a favour. - Yes, sir.
Get the radio and the petrol can from the jeep.
But, sir, what good is petrol without a car?
This is war, Radar. Everything will be useful.
Yes, sir.
Sir!
Rinpa, how are you?
You remember me, sir?
Remember you? You're our star.
I would've inducted you in my platoon if I could.
In that case, I'll come over right now.
Any news?
Gunshots can often be heard from that direction.
Too often.
The Chinese have a lot of money to waste.
See you.
- Jai Hind. - Jai Hind.
Say Jai Hind. Good, now move.
- Hey! - Yes?
Can you arrange milk for 124 soldiers?
Of course, sir. Of course.
Good.
Vande Mataram
Shinde, we have to defend Chuhul Airstrip.
If we lose it, I guarantee they will attack Kashmir.
Mr. Prime Minister, I am definite
we can defend Chuhul Airstrip, sir.
How?
This is Chuhul Airstrip.
The enemy will attack from here.
We've deployed all our forces over here.
We are prepared.
What if they attack from the Shaksa La pass?
Ma'am, the Chinese won't attack from that route.
- Why? - Sir, it is a very difficult terrain.
Shaksa La pass is crested.
Crested?
From the enemy's point of view,
they can only see these two routes.
Shaksa La pass is hidden behind them.
We're absolutely safe.
But, General, years ago when there was no airstrip,
Chinese cabalists used to attack Ladakh and Kashmir
from the same Shaksa La pass.
What is the guarantee that they won't use it again?
There's no guarantee, ma'am.
Sir.
If the Chinese attack from that route,
then we'll have to defend Shaksa La pass as well.
Are we equipped to do so?
Yes, ma'am.
There's a brave officer in my regiment whom I can depend on.
- Who? - Major Suraj Singh and his C Company.
Vande...
Vande-Vande Mataram
Vande Mataram
Stop.
We'll camp here tonight.
- Sit down. - Sit down, guys.
Tired already?
We didn't come here to rest.
Come on, get up.
Set up the bunker.
Put up the tents.
Ram, you tell him.
Spare me.
Hardham.
Everyone's tired.
Let's rest for a while.
Do as you please.
They act like they're on holiday.
Singram, it would be lovely if I could get a cup of tea.
It would be lovely for me too.
Go make it.
- Sir, there's our C Company. - Yes.
- Singram. - Yes?
Here you go. A good cup of tea.
Great.
- Bravo. - Tea is here.
- I wish we had biscuits. - Here.
Give me one.
Shadab, what did you put in it?
Tea leaves and sugar. There's no milk.
You fool. You put salt instead of sugar.
Will someone give me a cup too?
Sending one right away.
Take this cup to him, and fill it to the brim.
It's really very tasty.
I don't have a death wish.
Ram...
It's the Major!
Sir...
Sir, what...
I told you sir can join us at any time.
You guys can rest. We'll put up the tents.
Don't just stay seated. Get up, everyone.
Coming, sir.
How about a joke?
Spare us.
Great. So, it goes like this.
Once a man runs into a drunkard at a feast.
The drunkard says, "Are you Chinese, mister?"
According to sources, the Indian Company deputed in Shaksa La
is being led by our old friend Major Suraj Singh.
We need a local who can give us updates about them, Ug Lee.
I know someone, sir.
Wait here.
Pema.
- Who? - It's me.
Me who?
Did you forget me?
Sir, what are you doing here?
It's been a while since you gave us an update.
We didn't give you two cows for free.
Sir, I have to be a little careful.
If anyone gets suspicious, then I'll be in trouble.
How many men are there in Shaksa La?
Close to 125 men.
You must do another job for me.
I've already done a lot in exchange for two cows.
I'll give you two more.
What's the job?
Friends, there are two routes to get here.
One is in the front where we'll set up landmines,
the other one is the lake.
There is a slim chance of an attack from there,
so we won't ignore it.
Kishan, Karan and Singram.
You three will be posted there.
- Position one. - Yes, sir.
Shadab and Veer, position two.
You'll be in the trench.
Yes, sir.
And, Mohan Yadav, position three.
In the first bunker.
Yes, sir.
Ram Kumar, you'll take position four.
- In this trench. - Yes, sir.
Hardham, Ahmed and Radar. Position five.
- This bunker here. - Yes, sir.
- Any questions? - No, sir!
Good.
Take your positions.
Glory to Dada Kishan! Glory to Dada Kishan!
Hello, come in sir. Come in, sir. Hello?
What's the news, Ug Lee?
Sir, there are close to 125 men in Shaksa La.
Good. Tell him that we want every update on the company's movements.
With this information, it will be easier for us to capture Chuhul.
Yes, sir. Over and out.
Pema!
Where are you going at this hour?
You'll find out soon.
You threw away the flag that day, didn't you?
Soon you'll see which flag soars over this land.
Pema!
The fate of our land
To die for the cause
We will all die one day
The sky quivers
And the earth trembles
That's how we need to fight
My entire life...
All my deeds...
Are dedicated to you
I am your humble servant
Your honour is my pride
We've set out to die with honour
My entire life
All my deeds...
Karan, hurry up.
are dedicated to you
I am your humble servant
Your honour is my pride
Boys, this is our ultimate test.
But, if we succeed, we'll never have to look back again.
Our enemy is larger in number,
but our courage and pride for our country
will give us the strength to face any enemy.
The enemy is cunning.
They can attack from any direction.
And we have to face them not just with bravery
but with maturity and patience.
We have to stay one step ahead of the enemy.
We have to let them come closer and then attack.
I know, if they want to capture Chuhul Airstrip,
then they will attack from Shaksa La.
But I don't know when.
So, we must be prepared for our last stand.
The last bullet, the last man standing.
Are you all ready?
Sir!
Take your positions.
Glory to Dada Kishan!
- Sir. - Yes?
We know the exact position of the Indian Army.
Where?
20 degrees north of Shaksa La. Near this lake.
Yes.
Well done, Ug Lee.
Great news.
Thank you, sir.
Waiting for your orders, sir.
We can attack immediately.
No, we won't be attacking right now.
Then when, sir?
I'll tell you when the time comes.
Ready.
Three, two, one, fire!
28 days have passed since the battle,
but China seems to be in no mood to stop.
A fierce battle is raging in NEFA and Ladakh,
with news coming in
that thousands of our soldiers have lost their lives...
Ready!
Three, two, one, fire!
SOLDIER KISHAN YADAV, KUMAON REGIMENT BARAMULLA H.Q., JAMMU KASHMIR
Postman uncle.
Yes, dear.
How soon will this letter be delivered to Kishan?
I don't know, child.
I'll pray to God
that the war ends before this letter reaches Kishan
and our children come home.
One, two, fire!
Sir...
The enemy is bombarding us.
Why isn't he advancing towards the airstrip, sir?
This bombardment is to divert our attention.
And I am sure they will attack from that side, Shaksa La.
Today is 20th November 1962.
We've been at war for a month with China.
Our soldiers are battling the enemy as well as the cold weather.
We're receiving news about soldiers dying
on the Eastern and Western fronts due to cold weather.
The cold weather itself
has led to entire battalions and...
The stress of war can break even the strongest person.
And everyone tries to cope in their own way.
Neelam, let's play "Chin-Chin Chu" and dance.
No, Mama.
I am not in the mood.
But I am.
Let me put it on. Come on.
Mama.
My name is Chin-Chin Chu
It's just you, me And the moonlight
Hello, mister, how do you do?
Mama!
Mama, stop it!
Where are you going?
To call Dr. Desai for an appointment.
Why? What's wrong with me?
What's wrong with you?
Really, Mama? What's wrong with you?
When was the last time you met him?
Mama...
I am scared.
- I don't want to lose you and Papa. - Don't say that.
I'll be fine.
Let's go then.
I will after your father returns. Okay?
Mama.
Our boys are doing their best, sir.
But the cold has gotten worse.
- We need more force. - Enough!
Enough!
I've heard enough problems.
We need solutions, Shinde. Solutions!
Shall we deploy the Air Force?
Air Force deployment has been ruled out.
We cannot let this war spread, sir.
Listen, Dad. There is a solution.
- What? - Talk to Premier En Lai right now.
No.
Why?
Are you going to wait for Chuhul to fall?
Every single day our soldiers are dying, Dad.
Connect me to the Premier.
- Mr. Premier, Lin here. - Yes, Lin?
Sir, as I promised, you'll have breakfast in Chuhul three days from now.
Lin, Moscow is pressurizing us for a ceasefire.
America is on an attack mode, and the weather's getting worse.
- I want Ladakh. - Just three more days, sir.
Lin, you just have three more days.
Hail Chairman Mao.
Ug Lee.
- Sir. - Prepare all units.
Late tomorrow night, before sunrise, we'll attack Shaksa La.
- Yes, sir. - And the first attack
will be from the lakeside.
- Okay, sir. - Go. Quick.
They are here, Shanti.
I am coming, Shanti.
I'll kill everyone and come back to you.
Don't worry.
Don't worry about Mother and Father.
- Nakul. - Just watch...
I'll kill everyone and come back to you.
What are you blabbering, Nakul?
They are here, Karan.
- Who? - Look, they are here.
Who has arrived?
- Assholes! I'll kill everyone! - Nakul, wait!
Sir. Come in. Come in, sir.
Go ahead, Karan.
Sir, Nakul's lost his mind again.
He's firing at the lake. What do I do?
Bring him back immediately.
Okay, copy.
Sir, should I cover them as well?
No, stay in your place.
Assholes! Show yourself! I will kill all of you!
Where are you all hiding?
Nakul! Come here.
Nakul!
Sir, shots fired, sir. Waiting for orders.
No, stay there.
Come in, sir. Come in.
Yes, Karan. Did you bring Nakul back?
Sir, Nakul is dead.
- How? - Sir, the Chinese...
A large number of Chinese are coming from the lake.
They arrived before we imagined.
What is their position?
Two platoons, sir. Around 50 soldiers.
What formation?
Forward march in three files.
Everybody, take positions. Over and out.
Position two, Mohan Yadav ready?
Order, sir.
Fire.
Boys, fire!
Boys, reload!
Status report, Mohan.
All okay, sir. No casualty.
Hold.
Let them come closer.
Karan.
Ready?
Fire!
Kishan, get ready.
Fire!
Everybody, fire!
Shadab, come here.
I am not your servant.
Fine.
- Take some more! - You bring the rest.
Where do you think you're going?
Hip-hip hurray! Hip-hip hurray!
Glory to Dada Kishan! Glory to Dada Kishan!
Good job, boys.
But don't celebrate so soon.
The Chinese will attack again after sunrise.
- Yes, sir. - Over and out.
Come on, take your positions.
Why did you stop?
Give me a hand.
Go on.
Hand me the guns.