Border 2: Varun Dhawan’s Fight for Reinvention

With the trend of movie sequels, one awaited project lined up for release is Border 2. Now this might appear as another patriotic film, but for Varun Dhawan, it marks a pivotal career shift from his usual masala flicks. 

Hence, the 38-year-old actor is gearing up to show his acting prowess for this sequel to JP Dutta's 1997 hit Border, which starred Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff, Sunil Shetty, and Akshaye Khanna. 

Now, it is once again coming back to hit the screens with three new faces: Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. Sunny Deol will remain in the movie in the role of Major Kuldeep Singh Chandpuri.

Border 2 Marks Dhawan’s Move From Rom-Coms to War Drama

Border 2 is a shift from Varun's early rom-com movies. This time, he steps into a full-fledged war drama, confronting enemies. 

In this film, he plays the role of Colonel Hoshiar Singh Dahiya, a Param Vir Chakra awardee for his bravery in the 1971 Indo-Pak war. 

Known for his indomitable spirit, Hoshiar Singh's life reflects unwavering determination, leadership, and sacrifice. The role demanded physical rigour and emotional depth.

According to trade expert Ramesh Bala, Dhawan's portrayal of such a distinguished figure will be a challenge for Varun as it will redefine his on-screen image. 

This film brings both excitement and challenge, giving him the chance to move past his lively image and explore emotional depth.

It’s more than a genre switch; it’s an opportunity for him to prove his range and connect deeper with both viewers and creators.

From Bhediya to Border 2: Varun Dhawan’s Big Career Shift

Varun Dhawan, whom we have recently seen in the horror comedy Bhediya and other multi-starrer projects, has now taken a new project which is distinctive from his previous roles. 

Border 2 is a movie that will truly define him as a method actor. Sharing screen space with the senior actor Sunny Deol, who is back with his patriotic image, Varun will also team up with renowned singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh. 

The Border 2-star cast brings a blend of old and new, which is bound to strike a chord with the viewers. If the movie does well at the box office, it will be a milestone in Varun Dhawan's acting journey.

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What Defines Success for Varun Dhawan Today?

Now, the question arises as to what really counts as success for the Bhediya actor. Trade expert Bala again answers this question. 

According to him, the success of a patriotic film like Border 2 is beyond box office numbers, even if it crosses Rs 200 to Rs 250 crore in India. 

What matters the most is how well a movie connects with the audience on an emotional level. If the movie leaves people teary-eyed, then it will surely mark the success of Indian cinema and Varun Dhawan.

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FAQs

Q.  Border 2 is based on which war?

A. Border 2 is based on the historic 1971 war between India and Pakistan. While the old Border movie highlighted the real-life battle of Longewala, the sequel will explore other untold stories.

Q. Why was Diljit Dosanjh removed from Border 2?

A. No, Diljit Dosanjh is not removed from Border 2; he remains one of the star cast of the film. It will be good to see him in the role of real-life war hero - flying officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon.

Q. What makes Border 2 a big film for Varun Dhawan?

A. Border 2 will be a challenging film project for Varun Dhawan because it is entirely different from his rom-com movie roles.

Q. Will Border 2 turn out to be a massive hit like the original Border in 1997?

A. Right now, it will be too early to judge its success at the box office. Let’s see whether it can recreate the buzz among the audience at the time of its release.

Q. When will Border 2 release?

A. Border 2 is all set to hit the screens on January 23, 2026. The movie stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahaan Shetty, son of actor Sunil Shetty.