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Varun Dhawan's Intense Battlefield Avatar Revealed in 'Border 2' First Look

The makers of Border 2 have unveiled Varun Dhawan's intense first look from the film. He appears as an Indian soldier covered in dirt and grit, embodying PVC Hoshiyar Singh Dahiya. The sequel to the 1997 war drama is based on the 1999 Kargil War between India and Pakistan. Directed by Anurag Singh, the film releases on January 23, 2026, featuring a powerful ensemble cast.

Key Points: Varun Dhawan Border 2 First Look as Indian Soldier Revealed

  • Varun Dhawan portrays PVC Hoshiyar Singh Dahiya in gritty military uniform
  • Sequel to 1997's Border based on 1999 Kargil War conflict
  • Features ensemble cast including Sunny Deol and Diljit Dosanjh
  • Directed by Anurag Singh with January 2026 release date
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Varun Dhawan's first look from 'Border 2' is full of valor, bravery

Varun Dhawan transforms into PVC Hoshiyar Singh Dahiya for Border 2, releasing January 2026. See his intense battlefield first look from the Kargil War sequel.

"Border uska farz hai aur Bharat uska pyaar! - T-Series Films"

Mumbai, Nov 5

The makers of “Border 2” on Wednesday have unveiled actor Varun Dhawan’s intense first look from the film in a fierce battlefield avatar.

T-Series Films took to Instagram, where the banner shared the poster, which captures an intense and dramatic war sequence. At the center stands Varun, as an Indian soldier, covered in dirt and grit, wearing a military uniform with ammunition strapped across his chest.

For the caption, the banner mentioned: “Border uska farz hai aur Bharat uska pyaar!”

The poster offers a striking glimpse of Varun’s transformation as he steps into the world of the most iconic war film “Border 2,” which is set to release on January 23, 2026.

Varun took to his Instagram and shared the poster. He went on the caption it: "Desh ka sipahi PVC Hoshiyar Singh Dahiya. #Border2 in cinemas 23rd January, 2026."

Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 brings together a powerful ensemble led by Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Medha Rana, Mona Singh and Sonam Bajwa with production by Bhushan Kumar, JP Dutta & Nidhi Dutta.

A sequel to the 1997 war drama "Border", the film is reported to be based on India and Pakistan's 1999 Kargil War.

While ‘Border’ was based on the events of Battle of Longewala, ‘Border 2’ is presumably based on the Kargil War which occurred in 1999. The conflict between the two countries was mostly limited. During early 1999, Pakistani troops infiltrated across the Line of Control (LoC) and occupied Indian territory mostly in the Kargil district.

“Border 2” is presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series, in association with J.P. Dutta’s J.P. Films. Backed by a powerful production team including Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J.P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, and directed by Anurag Singh, the film honours the heroism and indomitable spirit of Indian soldiers.

In other news, Varun will also be seen in filmmaker David Dhawan’s “Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai”, which also stars Pooja Hegde, and Mrunal Thakur. It is all set to hit the screens next year on June 5.

For those who do not know, 'Hai Jawani Toh Pyaar Hona Hai' is a hit song from David Dhawan's film "Biwi No 1", featuring Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Sushmita Sen. The name of the forthcoming drama is believed to have been inspired from this popular track.

Touted to be a blend of a lighthearted narrative with romantic elements, "Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai" reportedly shares a tale of a guy who was rejected by several women, but ends up getting help from God.

- IANS

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Rohit P
As someone who lost a cousin in Kargil, I appreciate films that honor our soldiers' sacrifices. Hope they handle this sensitive subject with the respect it deserves. The first look is promising though!
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Sarah B
Interesting to see Varun taking on such a serious role after his usual comedy films. The poster looks intense and authentic. Looking forward to seeing how he portrays PVC Hoshiyar Singh Dahiya.
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Aditya G
Border was iconic! Hope this sequel lives up to the original's legacy. The star cast looks solid with Sunny Deol returning and new additions like Varun and Diljit. January 2026 feels so far away! 😅
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Michael C
While I appreciate war films, I hope they focus on authentic storytelling rather than excessive jingoism. The Kargil War deserves a nuanced portrayal that honors our soldiers without unnecessary dramatization.
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Kavya N
Varun Dhawan as a soldier! What a transformation! The dirt, the uniform, the intensity in his eyes - he's completely immersed in the character. This is going to be epic! 🎬

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