Border 2: Ishq In The Air Actor Medha Rana To Play Varun Dhawan's Love Interest
Border 2, releasing January 23, 2026, stars Varun Dhawan alongside budding actor Medha Rana. The film also stars Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty.
Border 2 Movie Update: The ambitious project, which eyes a 2026 release, has roped in rising actor Medha Rana as the female lead opposite Varun Dhawan. Coming from an Army background herself, Medha's casting adds a personal depth to the war epic, which hits theatres on January 23, 2026.
Producer Bhushan Kumar shared that the team was looking for someone who could 'naturally embody the dialect, spirit, and essence of the region," praising Medha's raw talent and emotional range. Co-producer Nidhi Dutta added, 'Border 2 is not just a film—it's an emotion. Casting Medha alongside Varun brings sincerity and freshness that reflects the heart of our story."
While Medha has been a part of films and shows, including playing the female lead alongside Arjun Rampal and Purab Kohli in London Files, Ishq In The Air, Friday Night Plan and Netflix's Dancing on the Graves, Border 2 marks her first big Bollywood release. The budding actor's introductory post on T-Series' Instagram handle could be read: 'Every story finds its people We're happy to welcome #MedhaRana to the #Border2 family as the female lead opposite #VarunDhawan. Get ready for a monumental saga of courage and patriotism, as Border 2 arrives in cinemas on January 23, 2026." Border 2 stars Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty liked the post. Take a look:
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The casting of Medha marks a significant break from formulaic industry norms, signalling a shift toward authenticity over star power. With Varun Dhawan taking on a gritty role in the high-octane war drama and a new face bringing emotional weight, Border 2 promises to be as bold in its vision as it is in its storytelling. The film also stars Diljit Dosanjh and Sunny Deol.
Backed by a formidable production team comprising Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta, the film is presented by Gulshan Kumar & T-Series, in association with JP Dutta's JP Films. Set against the backdrop of courage, sacrifice, and national pride, Border 2 is poised to deliver a powerful tribute to the indomitable spirit of Indian soldiers.
Helmed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 carries forward the legacy of the 1997 classic while forging its own identity with a fresh narrative approach. Blending grand cinematic scale with emotional resonance, the film aims to honor the valour of Indian soldiers in a new, deeply rooted way.
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