The news of Varun Dhawan joining Sunny Deol in the highly anticipated “Border 2” has indeed generated a lot of excitement among fans. The original “Border,” directed by J.P. Dutta and released in 1997, is considered a classic in Indian cinema, celebrated for its portrayal of patriotism and the bravery of Indian soldiers during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Sunny Deol’s iconic performance in the film has been etched in the memories of audiences for decades.
With the addition of Varun Dhawan to the cast, the stakes for “Border 2” are incredibly high. Varun’s admiration for the original film and his enthusiasm for working alongside Sunny Deol adds a layer of emotional depth to this project. The fact that J.P. Dutta is involved again, along with Bhushan Kumar and Nidhi Dutta, suggests that “Border 2” will aim to honor the legacy of the original while introducing a fresh perspective.
Sunny Deol shared a video and captioned, “Welcoming Fauji @varundvn to the Battalion of #Border2 “. In the video, Varun says, “Dushman ki har goli se Jai Hind bolkar takraata hoon jab dharti maa bulaati hain sab chodkar aata hoon Hindustan ka fauji hoon main”
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Varun Dhawan captioned the video, “I was just a kid in class four when I went to Chandan cinema and saw Border. And it made such a big impact. I still remember the sense of national pride we all felt in the hall. I began looking up to our armed forces and to this day, I salute how they protect us and keep us safe be it on our borders or during natural calamities. J P Dutta sir’s war epic remains one of my most favourite movies to this day.To play a part in Border 2 produced by J P sir and Bhushan Kumar is a very, very special moment in my career. And I get to work with Sunny Paaji my hero makes it all the more special. I look forward to bring a valiant jawaan’s story to screen in what promises to be India’s biggest war film. I seek your good wishes Jai Hind.”
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Directed by Anurag Singh, known for his work in both Bollywood and Punjabi cinema, “Border 2” is being touted as the biggest war film in Indian cinema, which sets high expectations for its scale, storytelling, and impact. With Sunny Deol’s recent resurgence in popularity due to the success of “Gadar 2,” and Varun Dhawan’s consistent fan base, the movie is likely to attract a wide audience.
The collaboration between these actors, combined with the nostalgia and patriotism associated with the original film, positions “Border 2” as one of the most awaited releases in the coming years. Fans are eagerly looking forward to how this new chapter will unfold, carrying forward the legacy of bravery and sacrifice that the first film so powerfully depicted.
