Border 2 Starts Shooting at NDA Pune with Sunny, Varun, Diljit & Ahan

Mumbai, June 17: It’s official: Sunny Deol is strapping on the boots again. Two decades after Border became Bollywood’s most beloved war cry, the sequel—yep, they’re calling it Border 2—has gone full throttle.

And where’s the action happening? At none other than the National Defence Academy (NDA) in Pune. That’s right, the real deal. On June 17, director Anurag Singh and producers Bhushan Kumar, Nidhi Dutta, Shiv Chanana, and Binoy Gandhi kicked off the film’s third shooting schedule on campus. If you’re thinking this is just a cinematic field trip—think again. Shooting at India’s top military academy isn’t just flexing scale, it’s serving authenticity.

A Cast That Covers All Bases

Here’s the lineup: Sunny Deol, back in uniform and probably screaming “Hindustan Zindabad!” into the wind. Add Varun Dhawan, who’s apparently the millennial muscle, Diljit Dosanjh, everyone’s favorite Punjabi rockstar with range, and Ahan Shetty, looking to step up from debutante to full-on action hero.

It’s like they’re assembling Bollywood’s own version of the Avengers—only with more camouflage and fewer capes.

This casting isn’t subtle. It’s engineered to draw in both the nostalgia crowd and Gen Z fans who wouldn’t recognize Sandese Aate Hai if it blasted from a tank. (Though they’re about to get a crash course—more on that in a sec.)

The OG Was a Moment

Let’s rewind. The first Border, dropped in 1997, was everything. A heart-wrenching, testosterone-fueled epic with crying moms, heroic last stands, and that letter-from-home scene that still messes people up. It also gave us “Sandese Aate Hai”, a song so iconic it should come with a tissue warning.

This time around, the story shifts to the Kargil War of 1999. Less trench warfare, more mountain combat. A little more covert ops, a little less hand-to-hand heroism. But the core’s still there—valor, sacrifice, and slow-mo salutes under fire.

And with Anurag Singh (Kesari, Punjab 1984) directing, expect high-octane battles, emotional gut-punches, and a serious eye for detail. Singh doesn’t do hollow spectacle—he goes for the soul.

So, About That New Version of “Sandese Aate Hai”…

Brace yourself for “Sandese Aate Hai 2.0”, sung by none other than Sonu Nigam (the OG voice) and Arijit Singh (Mr. Every-Era-Every-Emotion). That’s a powerhouse pairing if we’ve ever seen one.

According to The Times of India, it’s not just a remix—it’s a full-blown emotional revival. And yes, people are already gearing up to ugly cry in theaters. You’ve been warned.

Let’s be real: music is half the emotion in a film like this. Bringing back the anthem is a savvy move. And pairing the voices of two generations? Smart. It’s a bridge between the ’90s VHS kids and today’s Spotify scrollers.

The NDA: More Than Just a Backdrop

Filming at the NDA isn’t just a “look where we got permission” stunt. This is the cradle of Indian military leadership. It’s not every day that Bollywood rolls cameras in spaces where real officers train.

The setting promises grit. Gravitas. No fake-looking bunkers or green screen combat here. The visuals coming out of this schedule are already dripping with that you-are-there intensity.

It also signals that this isn’t a surface-level war movie. The filmmakers want you to feel the mud, the brotherhood, the history.

A Republic Day Drop—and You Can Bet It’ll Be Loud

Circle your calendars: January 23, 2026. Yep, right before Republic Day. Peak patriotism season. Think Uri, Raazi, Shershaah vibes—only this one’s banking on scale, star power, and an already-famous legacy.

Plus, let’s be honest, no one drops a war film in late January unless they’re aiming for impact. Whether it’s a box-office bang, award season buzz, or front-page headlines—it’s all on the table.

Will It Land?

That’s the big question. Sequels to legendary films are a risky game. (Looking at you, Satya 2.) But this isn’t a cash-grab reboot. With JP Dutta still attached as producer, and the Dutta legacy running deep (his daughter Nidhi Dutta is also at the helm), there’s a clear intention to respect what came before.

So far, the signs are promising: the cast isn’t just hot—it’s thoughtful. The setting’s legit. The soundtrack’s already generating buzz. And with social media fans drooling over every set photo and sneak peek, the film’s got the kind of grassroots hype you can’t fake.

If Border 2 sticks the landing, it won’t just be a big release—it’ll be a full-on cinematic moment. One that reminds you why Bollywood does war dramas better than anyone: big hearts, big guns, and one hell of a chorus.

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