In a powerful blend of cinematic nostalgia and real-life heroism, the team of Border 2 arrived at the historic desert frontier of Jaisalmer on Friday, January 2, 2026. Lead stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty joined hundreds of BSF jawans and Army personnel to launch the film’s first song, Ghar Kab Aaoge.
The event, held at the Longewala-Tanot sector—the very ground where the 1971 Battle of Longewala was fought—turned into a viral celebration of patriotism.
The Viral Moment: Dancing with the Brave
The highlight of the afternoon was a spontaneous moment of camaraderie. As the music of Ghar Kab Aaoge echoed across the dunes, BSF jawans began dancing and invited the actors to join them.
- The Trio: Sunny Deol (reprising his legendary role as Major Kuldip Singh Chandpuri), Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty were seen matching steps with the soldiers, creating a heartwarming scene of unity.
- Ahan’s Tribute: For Ahan Shetty, the launch carried a deep personal legacy. His father, Suniel Shetty, was one of the stars of the original 1997 Border, making Ahan’s participation a “full-circle” moment for the family.
About the Song: ‘Ghar Kab Aaoge’
The track is a reimagined version of the evergreen national anthem of longing, Sandese Aate Hai. While it retains the iconic soul of Anu Malik’s original composition, it has been updated for a new generation.
| Feature | Details |
| Singers | Sonu Nigam, Arijit Singh, Roop Kumar Rathod, Vishal Mishra, and Diljit Dosanjh |
| Recreated By | Mithoon (retaining the original music by Anu Malik) |
| Lyrics | Original by Javed Akhtar; Additional lyrics by Manoj Muntashir Shukla |
| Voices | Sonu Nigam and Roop Kumar Rathod return from the 1997 original, joined by modern powerhouses like Arijit and Diljit. |
“It is an emotional day… singing the song today, which we sang 30 years ago,” said Sonu Nigam, who performed the track live at the Tanot Mata Temple before the massive crowd of nearly 12,000 people.
Production & Release Details
Border 2 is shaping up to be 2026’s first major blockbuster, backed by a massive production effort from Bhushan Kumar (T-Series) and JP Dutta (JP Films).
- Director: Anurag Singh (Kesari)
- Ensemble Cast: The film also stars Diljit Dosanjh, Sonam Bajwa, Mona Singh, Medha Rana, and Anya Singh.
- Release Date: Scheduled to storm theaters on January 23, 2026, perfectly timed for the Republic Day long weekend.