Border 2: Sunny Deol’s performance gets applause; Varun, Diljit and Ahaan also do magic, Know Review
- Sunny Deol’s performance was applauded
- “Border 2” is a blockbuster movie
- ‘Big Surprise’ in Varun Dhawan’s Movie
Carrying on the legacy of the 1997 classic “Border”, “Border 2” hits theaters nationwide today, January 23. After the release of the film, the first reviews of the Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan starrer are out. The first reviews of the film have called it a blockbuster.
Trade expert and critic Taran Adarsh shared a detailed review of the film on social media after midnight, giving it 4.5 stars. Sharing what he had to say about the film, Taran Adarsh wrote on his Twitter handle, “Border 2 will fill your heart with pride… The film salutes the nation as well as the armed forces….” He lauded director Anurag Singh, saying, “He has delivered a powerful, emotionally charged war epic that is style, integrity and heart-wrenching, honoring the legacy of the cult classic ‘Border’.”
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“Border 2” is a blockbuster movie
Reviews have particularly praised the film’s battle scenes. Calling it “thrilling”, Taran Adarsh wrote that the action in the film is not just for show but serves to drive the story and the emotions of the characters. He also explained that the balance between look and feel in the film is impressive. He has also said that this film is definitely a blockbuster.
#OneWordReview…#Border2: OUTSTANDING.
Rating:½
Power. Patriotism. Pride… #Border2 makes your heart swell with pride… The film salutes the nation as well as the armed forces… STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. #Border2ReviewDirector #AnuragSingh delivers a thunderous,… pic.twitter.com/C5Y2SgfBje
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) January 22, 2026
Great action, emotional music and powerful dialogues
In his review, he also noted that the film’s dialogues and music were major strengths. According to Taran Adarsh, the film’s dialogues are “sharp, tough and full of patriotism.” He claimed that many of the punchlines were worth clapping and whistling in the theater. Talking about the music, the recreated versions of two iconic songs from the first episode – “Ghar Kab Aoge” and “Jate Huey Lamhon” – are leaving an emotional impact on the audience.
Sunny Deol called ‘beating heart’, Varun Dhawan ‘big surprise’
Speaking of acting, reviews praised Sunny Deol and called him the “beating heart” of the film. He wrote, “Sunny Deol is the heart of the film… Whenever he roars, the theater fills with pride, especially with his power-packed lines. Commanding, righteous and unforgettable.” Calling Varun Dhawan a “big surprise”, Taran said he adds intensity, vulnerability and even more excitement, proving that he shines in strong writing and well-acted roles. Diljit Dosanjh was described as “a joy to watch in every sequence”, while Ahan Shetty was praised for “holding his own with the veteran cast”.
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The story of the heroes being shown in the theatre
The film “Border 2” is based on the 1971 Indo-Pakistani war and like the original film focuses on patriotism and sacrifice of soldiers. The film stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty in lead roles. It is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishna Kumar, JP Dutta and Nidhi Dutta. Releasing on January 23, the film falls on the occasion of Republic Day, further strengthening the patriotic sentiments. Trade analysts believe that the film can take off well at the box office, especially on the single screen, where Sunny Deol’s fan base is huge.

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