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NDTV
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
A Border 2 Update: Medha Rana Joins Varun Dhawan, Sunny Deol And Diljit Dosanjh In The Film
Anurag Singh's highly anticipated war drama, Border 2, is all set to hit the screens next year. The film has already generated significant buzz for its star-studded cast, including Varun Dhawan, Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty. Now, the makers have added a new name to the list. Newcomer Medha Rana will play the female lead opposite Varun Dhawan in Border 2. The actress will make her big screen debut with the film. She has earlier worked in OTT projects like Friday Night Plan, London Files, Dancing On The Grave and Ishq In The Air. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh confirmed the announcement on Instagram. Sharing the update, he wrote, ''BORDER 2': NEWCOMER MEDHA RANA CAST OPP. VARUN DHAWAN – 23 JAN 2026 RELEASE... The makers of #Border2 have finalized a fresh face to star opposite #VarunDhawan in the war drama – #MedhaRana. Starring #SunnyDeol, #VarunDhawan, #DiljitDosanjh, and #AhanShetty, the film is directed by #AnuragSingh. Produced by #BhushanKumar, #KrishanKumar, #JPDutta, and #NidhiDutta... Arrives in theatres on 23 Jan 2026 [#RepublicDay weekend].' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Taran Adarsh (@taranadarsh) Bhushan Kumar revealed the reason behind casting Medha Rana in Border 2. 'It was imperative for us to find someone who could naturally embody the dialect, spirit, and rooted essence of the region. Medha impressed the team not just with her raw talent, but with her effortless command over the regional dialect and her emotional range as an actor. We truly believe she will bring depth and realism to the role,' said the producer, as quoted by ETimes. Co-producer Nidhi Dutta added, 'Border 2 is not just a film; it's an emotion. Every choice we've made, from the director to the cast, is driven by our vision to tell a story that feels honest, powerful, and relevant. Medha Rana opposite actor Varun Dhawan will bring freshness and sincerity that aligns beautifully with the tone of the film.' Border 2 is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta and Nidhi Dutta, and is presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series in collaboration with JP Dutta's banner, JP Films. The film is a sequel to the 1997 war drama Border, which featured Sunny Deol alongside Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff and Akshaye Khanna. Border 2 is slated to hit the big screen on January 23, 2026.
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Diljit Dosanjh REVIEWS Ahan Shetty's Border 2 Performance: 'Suniel Sir's Legacy…'
Last Updated: Diljit Dosanjh has wrapped the shoot of Border 2, and received hearty farewells from Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty. The singer also reviewed Ahan's performance in the film. Diljit Dosanjh, after the Sardaar Ji 3 and Hania Aamir row, received widespread flak in the country. Prominent film bodies wrote long letters to the makers of Border 2, asking them to drop him from the film. However, after appeals and requests, Diljit was retained. On Saturday, July 26, the singer-turned-actor wrapped the film's shoot and his co-actors, including Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty, gave him a hearty farewell. Diljit also reviewed Ahan's performance in Border 2, stating how beautifully he is carrying forward his father, Suniel Shetty's legacy. Ahan Shetty was visibly emotional while bidding farewell to Diljit Dosanjh on the sets of Border 2. Feeding him laddoos, he was seen giving the Hass Hass singer a long hug on his last day of shoot. He wrote a heartfelt note for him in Punjabi: 'Bahut bahut dhanwaad, Diljit Paaji. First time milna, par lagda hi nahi si. Tuhadi warmth, humility, te energy ne set di vibe hi change kar ditti. Dil ton dua karde haan. Rab tuhanu hamesha khush rakhe, te Chardi Kala vich rakhe. Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh (Thank you, Diljit Paaji. It was our first time meeting, but it didn't feel like it at all. Your warmth, humility, and energy completely changed the vibe of the set. Sending heartfelt prayers your way. May God always keep you happy and in Chardi Kala (ever-rising spirits)." Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ahan Shetty (@ In the comment section, Diljit responded with an equally heartwarming message. Reviewing Ahan's performance in the film, the singer penned, 'Bhaji You Know We are Such Big Fans of Sunil Sir.. You are Taking that Legacy Forward Beautifully BAUT PYAR & RESPECT AND MALTA KI PICTURES ZARUR SEND KARNA." Earlier today, Varun Dhawan also expressed his affection for Diljit. While sharing a clip of the singer's last day from shoot, he wrote, 'Diljit paaji ka shoot khatam hua, ladoo vi batt gaye… dosti da taste hi kuch aur hunda hai! Thank u paaji will miss u and the team. Border2." Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by VarunDhawan (@varundvn) Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 features an ensemble cast, including Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. The film is backed by a stellar production team, including Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. Directed by Anurag Singh and presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series in association with JP Dutta's JP Films, the sequel promises to take audiences on a spectacular journey of patriotism, courage, and sacrifice. It continues the legacy of showcasing the heroism and undying spirit of Indian soldiers. The film releases on January 23, 2026. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Diljit Dosanjh back on Border 2 sets, dismisses removal rumours amid Sardaar Ji 3 controversy
Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh dismissed rumours about being removed from the upcoming film Border 2, following controversy over his film Sardaar Ji 3. The film faced backlash for casting Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. Amid the row, Diljit dropped a video from the sets of Border 2 on his Instagram account. After Diljit faced heavy backlash on the internet for working with Hania Aamir amid tensions between India and Pakistan, film bodies had urged makers of Border 2 to remove the actor. In fact, some also wanted to ban Diljit for working with the Pakistani actor despite a blanket ban on artists from the nation. Diljit's recent video from Border 2 confirms his casting for the film. In the video, he is seen filming a dance sequence. Walking out of his vanity van in a formal look with a badge and logo from the army, he is seen greeting everyone on the sets with folded hands. Heavy security escorts him to the shooting floor when he reads his scripts, checks himself in the mirror, and shoots a dance number with background dancers. Sharing the video, Diljit wrote in the caption of the video: 'Border 2.' The famous song Sandese Aate Hai plays in the background of the video. Sequel to JP Dutta's 1997 classic Border, Border 2 is being directed by Anurag Singh. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Suniel Shetty's son Ahan Shetty. It is backed by Bhushan Kumar's T-Series and JP Films. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on January 23, 2026. Previously, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a strongly written letter to the makers of Border 2, expressing 'deep disappointment' over the casting of Diljit Dosanjh in the upcoming film. In the letter, FWICE also said that casting Dosanjh in a patriotic film like Border 2 undermines the sentiments of the Indian entertainment workforce and audience. The body called it a 'blatant violation' of its directive and urged producers to reconsider their decision 'in solidarity with national sentiment.'
Mint
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Diljit Dosanjh's back on Border 2 sets, dismisses removal rumours amid Sardaar Ji 3 controversy
Singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh dismissed rumours of being removed from the upcoming film Border 2, following the controversy around his film Sardaar Ji 3. Sardaar Ji 3 ran into trouble for casting Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in it. Amid this, Diljit took to his Instagram account and dropped a video from the sets of Border 2. After Diljit faced heavy backlash on the internet for working with Hania Aamir amid tension between India and Pakistan, film bodies had urged makers of Border 2 to remove the actor. In fact, some also wanted to ban Diljit for working with the Pakistani actor despite a blanket ban on artitsts from the nation. Diljit's recent video from Border 2 confirms his casting for the film. In the video, he is seen filming a dance sequence. Walking out of his vanity van in a formal look with a batch and logo from the army, he is seen greeting everyone on the sets with folded hands. Heavy security escorts him to the shooting floor when he reads his scripts, checks himself on the mirror and shoots a dance number with background dancers. Sharing the video, Diljit wrote in the caption of the video: 'Border 2.' The famous song Sandese Aate Hai is also heard in the background of the video. Sequel to JP Dutta's 1997 classic Border, Border 2 is being directed by Anurag Singh. It features an ensemble cast, including Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Suniel Shetty's son Ahan Shetty. It is backed by Bhushan Kumar's T-Series and JP Films. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on January 23, 2026. Previously, The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a strongly letter to the makers of Border 2, expressing 'deep disappointment' over the casting of Diljit Dosanjh in the upcoming film. In the letter, FWICE also said that casting Dosanjh in a patriotic film like Border 2 undermines the sentiments of the Indian entertainment workforce and audience. The body called it a 'blatant violation' of its directive and urged producers to reconsider their decision 'in solidarity with national sentiment.' 'By choosing to collaborate with an artist who has so brazenly ignored the ongoing tensions and national sentiment, your production has directly undermined the stand taken by the Indian film industry,' the letter also mentioned.
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
FWICE objects to Diljit Dosanjh's casting in ‘Border 2'
The Federation of Western lndia Cine Employees (FWICE) has objected to the casting of Diljit Dosanjh in Border 2as the actor faces a controversy over his latest film Sardaar Ji 3, which features Pakistani actor Hania Aamir. The row started earlier this week after Dosanjh shared the trailer of Sardaar Ji 3, which will only be released in overseas territories on June 27. Since then, many social media users have called for a ban on the Punjabi actor-musician. In a letter, sent to Border 2 producers on Tuesday evening, the FWICE said it is "deeply disappointed and concerned" by the casting of Dosanjh in the movie. "This casting decision is in blatant violation of FWICE's official directive to boycott Mr. Diljit Dosanjh, which was issued after his unpatriotic act of working with a Pakistani actress, Ms. Hania Aamir, in the film Sardaar Ji 3. "By choosing to collaborate with an artist who has so brazenly ignored the ongoing tensions and national sentiment, your production has directly undermined the stand taken by the lndian film industry in solidarity with the nation," read the letter. Produced by JP Films and T-Series, Border 2 is a sequel to the 1997 war drama from filmmaker JP Dutta. Dosanjh had joined the project in September last year and will feature alongside Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty. The FWICE, parent body of 32 different crafts of the workers and technicians of the industry with more than five lakh members, reiterated that it will not "accept or tolerate any cooperation or collaboration" with Pakistani artists in any form or on any platform. "Such actions are a disservice to the sacrifices made by our armed forces and citizens who continue to face the consequences of cross-border hostilities and terrorism. "It is all the more disturbing that a film like Border 2, which is supposed to honour the valour and sacrifice of lndian soldiers, has engaged an individual who has recently chosen to prioritise personal gain over national respect by associating with talent from a hostile nation," the letter stated. Hostilities between India and Pakistan intensified following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people on April 22. In response, Indian armed forces hit nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) on May 7 under the codename Operation Sindoor. ALSO READ:'Border 2': Diljit Dosanjh joins Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan in director Anurag Singh's war film In the aftermath of the terror attack, social media accounts of many Pakistani actors, including Hania, Fawad Khan, Mahira Khan, Ali Zafar, Atif Aslam and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, were withheld in India. Around the same time, Abir Gulaal, a romantic drama featuring Pakistani star Fawad Khan, was not allowed to be released in theatres in India.
