Bajrangi Bhaijaan - Ending Explained

The climax of the film reveals that the journey was not just about returning Shahida to her home, but about the transformation of an entire border. Pavan is captured and tortured by Pakistani authorities who believe he is an Indian spy. Chand Nawab’s viral video rallies thousands of citizens from both nations to the border. In a miraculous moment during the final farewell at the fence, Shahida, who has been mute since birth, regains her voice to call out "Mama" (Uncle) to Pavan. This miracle serves as a narrative confirmation that Pavan's honest devotion and the collective love of the people can achieve the impossible, literally breaking the silence of years of conflict.

While primarily viewed as a humanist drama, some critics have interpreted the film as a modern religious parable. In this reading, Pavan represents the traditionalist soul of India that must undergo a spiritual "purification" by leaving its comfort zone and embracing the "other." Another interpretation focuses on the power of digital media; the film suggests that while state-controlled media focuses on conflict, decentralized social media (as used by Chand Nawab) can be a tool for civilian diplomacy and grassroots peace-building.