Varun Dhawan’s Fierce First Look from ‘Border 2’ Unveiled Ahead of Republic Day 2026 Release (EXCLUSIVE)

T-Series and JP Films have unveiled the first-look poster of Varun Dhawan from the highly anticipated Bollywood war drama “Border 2.”

The poster reveals Dhawan in an intense, action-packed avatar as an Indian soldier on the battlefield, wielding a gun and dressed in full army uniform. The hard-hitting image showcases the actor in what producers are calling a “never-seen-before” transformation, embodying the courage and spirit that has become synonymous with the “Border” franchise.

The reveal follows the recent unveiling of the first poster featuring franchise star Sunny Deol. With Dhawan’s addition, the film aims to introduce “a new generation of courage” while honoring the legacy of brotherhood and sacrifice that defined the original.

Set in 1971, “Border” was headlined by Sunny Deol, and took place along the border region of Longewala, where a small battalion of Indian soldiers fought a large Pakistani strike force.

“Border 2” is directed by Anurag Singh who previously helmed Akshay Kumar-starring “Kesari” (2019), based on the Battle of Saragarhi in which an army of 21 Sikhs fought against 10,000 Afghans in 1897.

“Border 2” boasts an ensemble cast including Deol, Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Medha Rana, Mona Singh and Sonam Bajwa. The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar, J.P. Dutta and Nidhi Dutta, with Krishan Kumar joining as part of the production team.

The sequel is presented by Gulshan Kumar and T-Series in association with J.P. Dutta’s J.P. Films, continuing the franchise’s tradition of honoring the heroism of Indian soldiers through stories of patriotism and sacrifice.

“Border 2” is strategically slated for a Jan. 23, 2026 release, capitalizing on the Republic Day holiday frame to deliver what makers say will be “one of the most anticipated cinematic experiences of 2026.”