Launched by Himesh Reshammiya Melodies on Saturday, the track shows Salman portraying Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu. It highlights the values of sacrifice, courage and duty associated with the Indian Army. While the message of the song has touched many, online reactions suggest the response has been mixed.

“Maatrubhumi” runs for over six minutes and captures both personal and professional moments from the life of Salman's character. The video shifts between emotional family scenes and tense battlefield visuals, showing the cost of service and deep respect for the motherland. Chitrangda Singh appears as the officer's wife.

Netizens Find Salman Khan’s “Maatrubhumi” Song Familiar

The song is composed by Himesh Reshammiya, with vocals by Arijit Singh, Shreya Ghoshal and Master Mani Dharamkot. Sameer Anjaan has written the lyrics, keeping them firmly rooted in patriotism. On paper, the team behind the song promised a strong patriotic anthem. However, social media users quickly shared divided opinions after its release.

Several listeners felt the song did not sound fresh and reminded them of older patriotic tracks. Others pointed out issues with Salman Khan's expressions and lip sync.

Have a look at some user comments on Reddit below: