Director Apoorva Lakhia goes missing in Salman Khan’s ‘Maatrubhumi’ new poster
Salman Khan released a new poster for ‘Maatrubhumi’, through Salman Khan Films. The artwork confirms a 2026 theatrical release and carries the line, “A soldier’s promise. A family’s strength. A nation’s pride.” The poster shows Khan in military uniform, but the update is drawing attention for another reason: the director’s name is missing.
Apoorva Lakhia was originally attached to direct the film, but production sources say he stepped away from the project earlier this month after creative differences. His departure has not been formally announced, yet the new poster’s wording, “A Film by Salman Khan Films”, indicates that he is no longer involved. The studio has not issued any clarification, and no replacement director has been listed.
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‘Maatrubhumi’ is positioned as a large‑scale action drama centred on duty and national service. Filming has continued across multiple locations, and the production remains on schedule despite the change in direction. Today’s poster is the first major promotional material since the film’s announcement, and its presentation suggests a shift in the film’s creative leadership.
