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Sunny Deol Visits INS Vikrant, Says "Some Places Change You" Ahead of 'Border 2'

Bollywood actor Sunny Deol visited the indigenously built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant ahead of his film 'Border 2's release. He shared pictures from the visit on Instagram with a caption expressing immense pride and a salute to the armed forces. INS Vikrant, commissioned in 2022, is a 45,000-tonne carrier representing a major leap in India's naval self-reliance and capability. The vessel significantly strengthens India's maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region.

Key Points: Sunny Deol Visits INS Vikrant Ahead of 'Border 2' Release

  • Actor visits indigenous aircraft carrier
  • Shares patriotic Instagram post
  • Visit ahead of 'Border 2' film release
  • INS Vikrant is a major naval milestone
  • Carrier enhances India's maritime security
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Sunny Deol visits INS Vikrant ahead of 'Border 2' release: Some places change you

Actor Sunny Deol tours INS Vikrant, shares patriotic note with photos. Visit comes before the release of his upcoming film 'Border 2'.

"Some places don't just surround you , they change you. INS Vikrant filled me with immense pride, strength, and courage. - Sunny Deol"

Mumbai, Jan 22

Bollywood actor Sunny Deol, who is awaiting the release of his upcoming film 'Border 2', paid a visit to the Indian aircraft carrier INS Vikrant.

On Thursday, the actor took to his Instagram, and shared a series of pictures from his recent visit. The pictures feature him with the team behind 'Border 2' including Anu Malik, Sonu Nigam and the producers.

The actor also penned a long note in the caption, as he wrote, "Some places don't just surround you , they change you. INS Vikrant filled me with immense pride, strength, and courage. A moment I'll carry forever. Salute to our Navy, our forces, and the spirit that protects our motherland every single day. Jai Hind".

INS Vikrant is India's first indigenously built aircraft carrier and a major milestone in the country's naval capabilities. Commissioned into the Indian Navy on September 2, 2022, it was built by Cochin Shipyard Limited under the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier (IAC) programme. Named after India's first aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant (1961), the new vessel represents a generational leap in design, scale, and self-reliance. The carrier displaces around 45,000 tonnes, measures approximately 262 metres in length, and can operate about 30 aircraft, including MiG-29K fighter jets and helicopters such as the MH-60R and Kamov variants.

It uses a STOBAR (Short Take-Off But Arrested Recovery) configuration with a ski-jump and arrestor wires. Powered by four gas turbines, INS Vikrant can achieve speeds exceeding 28 knots. Over 75 percent of its components are sourced domestically, including steel, propulsion systems, aviation facilities, and combat management systems.

The ship is equipped with advanced sensors, a modern command-and-control setup, and layered air defence systems. INS Vikrant significantly enhances India's blue-water navy capability, enabling sustained air operations at sea and strengthening maritime security across the Indian Ocean Region.

- IANS

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Priya S
This is such a powerful gesture. The original 'Border' is iconic. Visiting INS Vikrant, a true marvel of Indian engineering, must have been an overwhelming experience for the team. Jai Hind indeed!
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Rohit P
Respect to our Navy! The stats on Vikrant are impressive - 75% indigenous components is a huge achievement. Hope 'Border 2' captures the same raw emotion and respect for our forces as the first one did.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the sentiment, I hope the film focuses on authentic storytelling and doesn't just rely on jingoism. Our armed forces' real stories are powerful enough without excessive dramatization.
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Vikram M
ज़ोर से बोलो जय हिन्द! 🇮🇳 INS Vikrant is our pride. Good to see Bollywood engaging with real symbols of national strength. Sunny paaji's dedication is always commendable.
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Karthik V
The technical details are mind-blowing. A 45,000-tonne beast built in India! This is the kind of news that makes you stand a little taller. All the best to the 'Border 2' team for doing justice to the legacy.

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