Sam Bahadur is a biopic film based on the life of late Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, one of the most decorated army officers in India, with Vicky Kaushal in the titular role. Popular by the title of Sam Bahadur, Manekshaw had served the Indian army for over four decades and fought valiantly in a total of five wars- World War II (1942)

Vicky Kaushal-starrer Sam Bahadur, based on the life of India’s first Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw has finally hit the screens today, December 1.

Sam Bahadur is made on a high budget of over 50 Cr and have not yet sealed a deal with Digital Channels before the release. The main reason is that the Director Meghna Gulzar has lost credibility as she was accused by Harinder Sikka, the writer of "Calling Sehmat", of making crucial changes to the story in Raazi which were intentional.

Manekshaw was born on 3 April 1914 in Amritsar. After completing his schooling in Punjab and Sherwood College, Nainital, he joined Indian Military Academy, Dehradun in 1932. He graduated from the IMA on 4 February 1934 and was commissioned as a Second lieutenant.

There is a powerful virtuous cycle created when a country produces movies which tell the stories of their heroes. Especially about soldiers & narratives of leadership & courage. The pride & self belief of people multiplies. More heroes emerge when people know their courage will be feted.

There is a powerful virtuous cycle created when a country produces movies which tell the stories of their heroes. Especially about soldiers & narratives of leadership & courage. The pride & self belief of people multiplies. More heroes emerge when people know their courage will be feted.