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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Border 2': Medha Rana is Varun Dhawan's leading lady; here's all you need to know about the actress
The makers of 'Border 2' announced the addition of a new member— Medha Rana —to the cast of the film. The actress will be seen as Varun Dhawan 's love interest and one of the leading ladies in the movie. Following the announcement, netizens became interested in knowing more about the fresh face. Here's everything one needs to know about Medha Rana. Who is Medha Rana? Medha Rana is quite new to the film industry and is an aspiring actress. She made her debut with the show titled 'London Files.' It was released in the year 2022. The web show starred Arjun Rampal and Purab Kohli in the lead. The makers might have thought that she is the best fit for the role because she also comes from an army background. As per Filmibeat, the young talent hails from Bengaluru, and becoming an actress was always her dream. Reportedly, Rana, who was brought up in Gurgaon, started modelling at the age of 16. She has even appeared as the face of several brands. According to IMDb, she had featured in multiple TV commercials before bagging the role in the movie. The actress has featured in music videos like 'Gul' by Anuv Jain and 'Barsaat' by Armaan Malik. She has also worked in 'Friday Night Plan,' starring Babil Khan, and also starred in 'Ishq In The Air' opposite Shantanu Maheshwari. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Fully Loaded 4 BHK apts for 4.49 Cr(All Incl)* in Sec 104 ATS Triumph, Gurgaon Book Now Undo The age gap between Medha Rana and Varun Dhawan Medha Rana will be playing Varun's ladylove in the film. However, do you know the age gap between Dhawan and Rana? According to the report, the actress was born in December 1999, and as per IMDb, she is 26. Meanwhile, Varun turned 38 in April this year. Hence, the age gap is 12 years between them. The announcement and more about the film On Monday morning, T-Series made an official post on Instagram that read, "Every story finds its people. We're happy to welcome #MedhaRana to the #Border2 family as the female lead opposite #VarunDhawan. Get ready for a monumental saga of courage and patriotism, as Border 2 arrives in cinemas on January 23, 2026." Now, for the unversed, the cast of the film includes Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh , and Ahan Shetty . Backed by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J.P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, and directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 will hit theatres on January 23, 2026.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Varun Dhawan's new heroine in Border 2, Medha Rana and Anushka Sharma have something in common; here's what we know
Following the rise of fresh talents like Nitanshi Goel, Medha Shankr, Pratibha Ranta, and Aneet Padda, another newcomer is ready to make her big-screen debut, Medha Rana. Cast opposite Varun Dhawan in Border 2, the upcoming war drama, she is set to step into the spotlight. While the film is scheduled to release on January 23, 2026, curiosity has already begun to build, who is Medha Rana, why was she chosen, and where have audiences seen her before? Why Medha was picked for the role The makers of Border 2 have revealed how they were looking for someone who could naturally fit into the world of the story. Since the film is based on a real-life historical event, it required actors who could speak the regional dialect and carry deep emotions on screen. Producer Bhushan Kumar shared that Medha stood out during auditions. 'She had a strong grasp on the dialect and impressed us with her emotional depth. We truly believe she will bring realism and depth to the character,' he said. Another producer, Nidhi Dutta, added that Medha's sincerity and natural energy match the film's tone. 'She brings freshness and strength to the role,' she added. Medha Rana and Anushka Sharma have this in common Born on December 25, 1999, Medha Rana is originally from Bengaluru but grew up in Gurugram, Delhi. She comes from an army background and studied at Army Public School, Bengaluru, where she completed her senior schooling. Later, Medha pursued a BBA degree in finance and marketing from Christ University, Bengaluru. An interesting parallel, actor Anushka Sharma also studied at Army School, Bengaluru, and later pursued her graduation in arts from Mount Carmel College. Moreover, cricketer Devdutt Padikkal was a student in the same school before making it big in the IPL and representing India. Clearly, the school has been a stepping stone for many shining stars. From modeling to acting Medha's journey into modeling began unexpectedly. At just 13, she was shopping with her parents in a mall in Chandigarh when she met fashion stylist Prasad Bidapa. He encouraged her parents to consider modeling. While they didn't take it seriously at the time, it eventually became a stepping stone in her career. Work before Border 2 Though still new to films, Medha has done a few projects. She was seen in the Voot web series London Files and later in Netflix's Friday Night Plan. She also starred in the Amazon mini-series Ishq in the Air. In addition to acting, she has appeared in several ad campaigns and music videos. She was featured in Armaan Malik's song Barsaat and worked with brands like Lenskart and Cadbury. About Border 2 Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 is set to release on January 23, 2026. The film is inspired by the Battle of Saragarhi, where 21 Sikh soldiers fought against thousands of Afghan tribesmen in 1897. Although the title may suggest otherwise, the film is not a direct sequel to the 1997 film Border. It features an all-new story, new characters, and a different war setting. Along with Varun Dhawan and Medha Rana, the cast also includes Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty. Fans now wait to see who will be cast opposite the other two by T-Series and JP Films, Border 2 promises to be an emotional and powerful tribute to India's soldiers.
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First Post
4 days ago
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- First Post
This director reveals how Akshay Kumar had to leave his film due to Twinkle Khanna: 'One song was shot between him and Priyanka Chopra before they broke off and...'
Darshan also revealed, 'It's not about him not wanting to work with Priyanka Chopra. Circumstances had reached a point…' read more Director Suneel Darshan, best known for films Jaanwar and Ek Rishtaa, has revealed in an interview with Vickey Lalwani how Akshay Kumar had to quit his 2005 film Barsaat opposite Priyanka Chopra and was replaced by Bobby Deol later. The filmmaker revealed, 'One beautiful song was shot between Akshay and Priyanka before they broke off… When it was time to get back for the final schedule, during which the entire movie had to be made, I was called by Akshay to his set.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD He added, 'Seldom was I called to his sets, so I was surprised. He informed me that there were some issues that were uncontrollable, and there were some repercussions on his personal life. He requested me to take a decision on how to move further. I can't remember the exact words, but it was about having either him or Priyanka in the movie.' Darshan also revealed, 'It's not about him not wanting to work with Priyanka Chopra. Circumstances had reached a point… The public, the media did mention a relationship, which the wife got to know of. But suddenly, after making me wait for 18 months, to say that I can't be a part of the film, I was shocked… He did want to compensate by saying he'd do the next film with me, but I just thought it was unbelievable, coming from Akshay.' On Deepika Padukone's 8-hour shift demand The producer should first take from her in writing that for the 8 hours she is on the set, she will be giving shots. Instead of 8 if she even gives shots for 4 hours, the producer will touch her feet in gratitude," Suneel told IANS. Calling Deepika's demand 'unreal', he added, 'I believe one should work only with those people who love your film more than you." He reminded the Fighter actress that nobody is irreplaceable and shared, 'There was a time when Deepika was not a part of the industry. You will be able to find several new talents." STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Akshay Kumar Quit ‘Barsaat' Over Romantic Involvement with Priyanka Chopra? Truth out
Director Suneel Darshan has opened up about a dramatic turn in Bollywood history: actor Akshay Kumar walked out of the 2005 film 'Barsaat' after rumors about his relationship with Priyanka Chopra emerged. The fallout was so intense that his wife, Twinkle Khanna, reportedly left their home. Suneel clarified he doesn't blame Priyanka personally—calling her actions part of her own career trajectory—but emphasized that Twinkle, being well aware of industry dynamics, acted on what she perceived as a betrayal. The incident ultimately led Akshay to decline further collaborations with Priyanka. Read More
Indian Express
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Akshay Kumar's wife came to know of a relationship with Priyanka Chopra, it was unethical of him to quit film': Suneel Darshan
Actor Priyanka Chopra alluded to being cornered by certain forces in Bollywood, which was one of the reasons why she chose to switch base to the United States and begin afresh abroad. Among the many controversies that hounded her during her rise in the Hindi film industry was her rumoured affair with Akshay Kumar. They worked together in the films Andaaz, Aitraaz, and Waqt: The Race Against Time in three successive years. They were also supposed to work together in the film Barsaat, and had even shot a song for it. Director Suneel Darshan said in a recent interview that the rumours of a relationship reached Twinkle Khanna, Akshay's wife, that forced him to present director Suneel Darshan with a tough choice. He told his frequent creative collaborator that it was going to have to be either him or Priyanka, and Suneel went with Priyanka. None of the actors involved, however, ever commented on the controversy. In an interview with journalist Vickey Lalwani, Suneel opened up about that chapter in his career, and said that it was one of the reasons he and Akshay drifted apart after working on seven films together. 'One beautiful song was shot between Akshay and Priyanka before they broke off… When it was time to get back for the final schedule, during which the entire movie had to be made, I was called by Akshay to his set. Seldom was I called to his sets, so I was surprised. He informed me that there were some issues that were uncontrollable, and there were some repercussions on his personal life. He requested me to take a decision on how to move further. I can't remember the exact words, but it was about having either him or Priyanka in the movie.' Also read – 'It was an ugly turn in her life': Karisma Kapoor became a 'trophy wife' after marriage with late husband Sunjay Kapur, says Suneel Darshan Asked what made Akshay present him with this choice, Suneel said, 'It's not about him not wanting to work with Priyanka Chopra. Circumstances had reached a point… The public, the media did mention a relationship, which the wife got to know of. But suddenly, after making me wait for 18 months, to say that I can't be a part of the film, I was shocked… He did want to compensate by saying he'd do the next film with me, but I just thought it was unbelievable, coming from Akshay.' In a previous interview, Suneel suggested that Twinkle actually 'left' Akshay after discovering his rumoured affair. 'Kuch blunder aise ho chuke thay (He did some blunders). Some rumours about Priyanka Chopra and Akshay Kumar started doing the rounds and Twinkle had left his home. As an actor you have to be responsible. If your wife has been an actress, she knows everything about the industry and she has also worked with all the big stars. She knew everything,' he said in an interview with Friday Talkies. Suneel said that Akshay had basically been written off by the industry after delivering a string of flops, which was when he approached him for work. They agreed to do Jaanwar together, and subsequently, Akshay's career was reignited. Suneel claimed that Akshay promised to do 100 films with him, but their streak came to an end at seven. He eventually signed Bobby Deol for Barsaat, but Priyanka stayed on because she wasn't the one who put the 'unethical' condition on him. They worked together on one more film, but Suneel said that he realised that the working chemistry had fizzled out by then. 'I realised it was time up,' he said, mentioning that he hasn't met Akshay in two decades.
