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Varun Dhawan Steps Into the Limelight in Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’


In a thrilling announcement that has turned up the excitement among fans, Varun Dhawan has officially confirmed his role in the much-anticipated sequel to JP Dutta’s 1997 blockbuster, ‘Border.’ The actor shared an engaging teaser on Friday, thus putting to rest all rumors that had been circulating for months.

Accompanying the teaser, Dhawan penned an emotional note recalling his experience of watching the original ‘Border’ movie in Chandan cinema during his childhood. “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,” Dhawan explained.

The actor further expressed his excitement and honor in being a part of ‘Border 2,’ produced by JP Dutta and Bhushan Kumar. Adding to his enthusiasm, Dhawan mentioned how special it is to work with Sunny Deol, who returns to play a significant role. “J P Dutta sir’s war epic remains one of my most favorite 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; it makes it all the more special. I look forward to bringing a valiant jawaan’s story to the screen in what promises to be India’s biggest war film. I seek your good wishes 🙏 Jai Hind,” he concluded the note.

According to industry sources, Varun Dhawan is set to share the screen as a parallel lead alongside Sunny Deol, the star of ‘Gadar 2.’ This collaboration marks a major milestone in Dhawan’s career, who has been a fan of war dramas and has always desired to take on such a powerful role.

In this sequel, JP Dutta’s daughter Nidhi will join as one of the producers, ensuring the family legacy continues.

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. The directorial responsibilities have been handed to Anurag Singh, who plans to commence shooting in November. Dhawan is expected to join the set in December following the release of his movie, ‘Baby John.’

The film’s casting has created a buzz in the media since its announcement in June. The continuous updates have only escalated the anticipation. Initially, Ayushmann Khurrana was in talks for a role, but he had to withdraw due to a congested schedule. Subsequently, it was speculated that Diljit Dosanjh might also be a part of the film. The final cast is expected to be revealed during a grand event, which will undeniably be an eye-catching media spectacle.

In the meantime, Sunny Deol is currently busy filming his upcoming project ‘Jatt’ with Telugu director Gopichand. At the same time, Varun Dhawan has his hands full with two impending releases: ‘Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari’ and a yet-untitled comic entertainer directed by his father, David Dhawan.

A large portion of the intrigue revolves around fans waiting to see how the sequel will live up to the original ‘Border,’ a movie that had not only left an indelible mark on the minds of its viewers but also carved out a special place in Indian cinema. The fact that both Varun Dhawan and Sunny Deol are starring together has led to heightened expectations, with many predicting that ‘Border 2’ could potentially surpass its predecessor in terms of storytelling, performance, and grandeur.

With filming set to start soon, all eyes are on this ambitious project, which aims to captivate a new generation of viewers while retaining the nostalgic essence of the original. Will Varun Dhawan manage to step into the larger-than-life role Sunny Deol so famously portrayed in ‘Border’? Only time will tell.

As fans eagerly wait for the movie’s release, the excitement is palpable, not just among the general audience but also among trade analysts who foresee ‘Border 2’ becoming a significant box-office success. Everyone is holding their breath to see the first look and to gauge how this modern-day sequel will pay homage to its iconic predecessor.

Stay tuned for more updates as this epic war drama unfolds, promising to add another memorable chapter to Indian cinematic history.

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