Farhan Akhtar, known for his acting prowess and directorial skills, was set to direct Salman Khan in a major war film. This project would have followed Akhtar’s previous directorial ventures with Aamir Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. However, this ambitious collaboration never came to fruition.
Reports indicate that Akhtar developed a concept based on the 1962 India-China war, envisioning Salman Khan in the lead role. Despite initial contact and discussions, the film remained unmade. The project was considered to have the potential to be a blockbuster.