Will Border 2 Release in Pakistan After the Dhurandhar Ban? Varun Dhawan Gives a ‘Sunny Deol’ Reply
Ahead of its theatrical release, Border 2 has already triggered discussions beyond India. The war drama, slated to release on January 23, drew attention during an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session conducted by actor Varun Dhawan on X (formerly Twitter).
During the interaction, a Pakistani fan named Ali Haider Meerani congratulated Varun Dhawan on the film’s release and asked whether Border 2 would also be released in Pakistan. The fan further expressed admiration for Sunny Deol’s iconic character Tara Singh from Gadar, highlighting the veteran actor’s popularity across the border.
“Bhai apki Border 2 Pakistan me kab release hogi aur main Tara Singh ka bahut bada fan hoon, unko mera salaam kehna (sic),” the fan wrote.
Varun Dhawan chose not to directly address the question regarding a Pakistan release. Instead, he responded by shifting the focus to the film’s subject and Sunny Deol’s enduring fan base. Replying during the AMA, the actor said,
“Border 2 is a film based on the 1971 war and some true events around that. I'm sure Sunny sir ke Pakistan mein bhi fan hain #VarunSays (sic).”
Varun Dhawan later echoed the same sentiment in a separate post on X, reiterating that Border 2 is rooted in historical events surrounding the 1971 war, while also acknowledging Sunny Deol’s appeal among audiences in Pakistan. His response was widely shared online and sparked discussion, particularly amid ongoing debates surrounding cross-border film releases.
The exchange gained further traction as social media users weighed in on cinema’s reach beyond political and geographical boundaries. While some appreciated Varun Dhawan’s measured and diplomatic response, others pointed out how Sunny Deol’s characters - especially from films like Gadar - continue to resonate with audiences on both sides of the border.
As of now, there has been no official announcement regarding Border 2’s release in Pakistan. Varun Dhawan’s response neither confirmed nor denied the possibility, instead keeping the focus firmly on the film’s narrative, historical backdrop, and legacy rather than its distribution strategy.
With its release date drawing closer, Border 2 continues to generate buzz—not only for its storyline inspired by the 1971 war and real-life events, but also for the conversations it has sparked even before its theatrical debut.
During the interaction, a Pakistani fan named Ali Haider Meerani congratulated Varun Dhawan on the film’s release and asked whether Border 2 would also be released in Pakistan. The fan further expressed admiration for Sunny Deol’s iconic character Tara Singh from Gadar, highlighting the veteran actor’s popularity across the border.
“Bhai apki Border 2 Pakistan me kab release hogi aur main Tara Singh ka bahut bada fan hoon, unko mera salaam kehna (sic),” the fan wrote.
Varun Dhawan chose not to directly address the question regarding a Pakistan release. Instead, he responded by shifting the focus to the film’s subject and Sunny Deol’s enduring fan base. Replying during the AMA, the actor said,
“Border 2 is a film based on the 1971 war and some true events around that. I'm sure Sunny sir ke Pakistan mein bhi fan hain #VarunSays (sic).”
Varun Dhawan later echoed the same sentiment in a separate post on X, reiterating that Border 2 is rooted in historical events surrounding the 1971 war, while also acknowledging Sunny Deol’s appeal among audiences in Pakistan. His response was widely shared online and sparked discussion, particularly amid ongoing debates surrounding cross-border film releases.
The exchange gained further traction as social media users weighed in on cinema’s reach beyond political and geographical boundaries. While some appreciated Varun Dhawan’s measured and diplomatic response, others pointed out how Sunny Deol’s characters - especially from films like Gadar - continue to resonate with audiences on both sides of the border.
As of now, there has been no official announcement regarding Border 2’s release in Pakistan. Varun Dhawan’s response neither confirmed nor denied the possibility, instead keeping the focus firmly on the film’s narrative, historical backdrop, and legacy rather than its distribution strategy.
With its release date drawing closer, Border 2 continues to generate buzz—not only for its storyline inspired by the 1971 war and real-life events, but also for the conversations it has sparked even before its theatrical debut.
Next Story