As the teaser and posters of Excel Entertainment and Trigger Happy Studios’ war drama 120 Bahadur offered a glimpse into the extraordinary courage of Indian soldiers, the makers have now elevated the buzz with the release of the film’s first song. Unveiled at a grand event in Lucknow, “Dada Kishan Ki Jai” is a powerful anthem of patriotism that captures the very soul and spirit of the film. While the song is already taking over the audience’s minds, it has now become the new anthem for the Indian Women’s Team for the 2025 World Cup.
Dada Kishan Ki Jai from 120 Bahadur captures the spirit of patriotism, energy, and power, making it a perfect fit for the vigour of our Indian Women’s Cricket Team. A channel even used the it’s while going live with the announcement of the Women’s World Cup, and it was indeed filled with adrenaline-pumping energy and sheer passion. It certainly speaks volumes about the love and acceptance the song has received within just a few days of its release.
The music of Dada Kishan Ki Jai has been composed and produced by Salim–Sulaiman, with lyrics penned by Javed Akhtar, and sung by Sukhwinder Singh.
120 Bahadur recounts the extraordinary courage of 120 Indian soldiers from the 13 Kumaon Regiment, who fought in the legendary Battle of Rezang La during the 1962 war. Farhan Akhtar plays the role of Major Shaitan Singh Bhati, PVC, who, along with his men, stood against all odds in one of the most defining battles of Indian military history. At its heart, one unwavering line echoes through the film: “Hum Peechhe Nahin Hatenge.”
Directed by Razneesh ‘Razy’ Ghai and produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar (Excel Entertainment), and Amit Chandrra (Trigger Happy Studios), the film is an Excel Entertainment production and releases in cinemas on 21st November 2025.