David Dhawan has spoken about the online trolling faced by his son Varun Dhawan before the release of Border 2. When the first glimpses of the film were released, some people on social media commented on Varun’s expressions, especially his smile. However, reactions changed after audiences watched the film.
Talking about this, David Dhawan said, “But kya hua? Sab ulat gaya na (But what happened? Everything fell flat on its face).” He explained that he had advised Varun not to worry about such reactions. He said, “Today, everything is work. I told him this will get over. Kuch din baad yehe log bolengi ki ye toh bohot acha hai (After some days, these people themselves will say Varun is very good).”
He also shared his personal reaction to Varun’s performance in the film. “Uski last picture toh mujhey itni achi lagi thi. Uska kaam Border 2 mein… itna roya bhi hun main uss picture mein uske kaam se (I really liked his work in Border 2. I cried a lot after watching his work in the film).” According to him, Varun has shown improvement over time and is moving in the right direction. He added, “Definitely, he has improved and is on the right track. Aur vo apne kaam ki value jaanta hai (And he knows the value of his work). He respects the people around. He’s very careful and tries to give his best.”
David Dhawan also addressed comparisons between Varun and actors like Govinda and Salman Khan. He said Varun does not always like these comparisons but understands they come because of their success. “He doesn’t like it sometimes. He tells me, ‘Papa aap mujhse kya karate rehte ho.’ I tell him that this is my cinema, but you do it like yourself. People will say these things because both Govinda and Salman have been such successful actors with me. It is part of life. Good that he is being compared to good actors,” he said.
Varun Dhawan will next appear in Hai Jawaani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, directed by David Dhawan. The film also stars Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde and is set to release on June 12. It will release alongside Main Vaapas Aaunga, which features Diljit Dosanjh, Sharvari, and Vedang Raina.