Reason Why Suniel Shetty Has Not Watched Border 2 Yet?
Border 2, directed by Anurag Singh, opened strongly at the box office and has been a commercial success since its January 23 release.
Produced by JP Dutta, Bhushan Kumar, Nidhi Dutta, and Krishan Kumar, the war film was praised for its ensemble cast and box-office performance.
It earned Rs 200 crore domestically in six days, bringing the total to Rs 213 crore in India.
The movie is a sequel to JP Dutta’s 1997 blockbuster Border. Border 2, released in 2024, features Jackie Shroff, Sunny Deol, Suniel Shetty, and Akshaye Khanna.
The film’s triumph marks a profoundly emotional moment for Suniel Shetty, who not only shared the screen with his talented co-stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh but also witnessed his son tackling new cinematic heights.
Border 2 Success: Why Hasn’t Suniel Shetty Watched The Movie Yet?
Despite the Border 2 box office collection, Suniel Shetty, filled with a father's deep emotions, has not yet watched his son’s film. This may seem puzzling, but the actor has shared the heartfelt motivation behind his decision.
He praised Ahan Shetty's acting but didn’t join his wife, Mana, daughter, Athiya, or son-in-law, KL Rahul, at the theatre.
The elder Shetty explained that from day one, he pledged not to watch Border 2 until it earned Rs 500 crore worldwide.
Bollywood Father’s Mannat
Pouring out his feelings, Suniel explained that he made a heartfelt vow to Ahan, choosing not to watch even a moment of his son's film—an act born not of pride but of deep love and hope.
He spent three-and-a-half hours outside the theatre, meeting well-wishers and talking to audiences.
Waiting anxiously outside, Suniel's steadfast presence was a touching sign of his unwavering support and the powerful promise he made to his son, spotlighting the strength of their bond.
Ahan Shetty's performance in Border 2
Driven by hope and his cherished commitment, Shetty looks forward with anticipation, believing that, eventually, he’ll share the movie experience with his son once Border 2 crosses the Rs 500 crore mark.
Everyone except his wife Mana loved the film and applauded Ahan’s role. Shetty praised Dhurandhar’s box-office success as well.
Shetty said he will celebrate the movie’s success when it reaches the Rs 500 crore mark.
He’ll invite Sunny Paaji, Varun, and others beyond his family. For them, it’s a second celebration; for him, it’s the first.
Shetty said he doesn’t know how many times he’ll watch the movie after that.
He spoke with deep emotion about being a proud father, always, because of his son's values and determination.
Suniel shared how profoundly moved he was by Ahan's conviction to take on this film, a source of joy that words can hardly express.
Here's a response from a fan who liked his performance
Dealing with Nepotism
A major challenge that star kids face is nepotism. Suniel Shetty discussed Ahan’s journey at the Border 2 event.
Suniel remembered the sting of Ahan’s debut, Tadap, which failed to meet expectations, and the difficult days that followed. He recalled, with empathy and fatherly sorrow, how his son weathered disappointment and took time to heal before returning.
Life has ups and downs. Star kids are no exception.
Referring to nepotism, he noted that most believe that, as Suniel Shetty's son, Ahan wouldn’t struggle to get roles.
Despite Ahan's hardships, seeing him earn a place in Border 2 filled Suniel's heart with immense pride—a moment every parent hopes for, shining above the struggles of the past.
Shetty said he couldn’t have asked for more. He simply hoped Ahan would succeed, and the film proved a big success.
Suneil Shetty and Ahan Shetty: What Is Common In Their Border Flicks?
Audiences who have watched both Border (1997) and Border 2 (2024) can easily spot a notable similarity between the two films.
In JP Dutta’s Border, Suniel Shetty’s character Captain Bhairon Singh died while fighting with enemy forces.
In the 2026 remake, his son, Ahan Shetty, dies while successfully intercepting the enemy’s naval assault.
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Bottom Line
This was the heartfelt reason behind Suniel Shetty’s emotional choice to step away from the screening of his son’s movie—a silent expression of love, hope, and unbreakable family promise.
Other family members, however, celebrated the film’s success and applauded Ahan’s role as Lieutenant Commander Mahendra Singh Rawat.
But from a father's perspective, it should be more of a reason to celebrate. Well, he is hopeful that Border 2 crosses the Rs 500 crore mark.
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