Sonu Nigam and Arijit Singh collaborate for iconic 'Sandese Aate Hai 2.0' in 'Border 2': Report
Following the massive box office hit of '
Gadar 2
', Sunny Deol is set to bring back another beloved patriotic epic with 'Border 2'. Directed by Anurag Singh, the much-awaited sequel has officially begun filming, featuring a star-studded cast including
and Diljit Dosanjh.
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Billed as 'India's Biggest War Film,' the project aims for a spectacular release on Republic Day 2026, promising an even grander scale than before.
Emotional Significance of 'Sandese Aate Hai'
As reported by Pinkvilla, producers Bhushan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta have secured the rights to the iconic song 'Sandese Aate Hai'' from the 1997 classic Border for a staggering Rs 10 crore-plus, marking the highest fee ever paid to license a Hindi film track.
A source shared that this song is the heart and soul of Border, and Bhushan Kumar was determined to preserve its emotional impact in the new version. Rather than simply remaking it, the song serves as a heartfelt tribute to the Indian Armed Forces.
The New Version: 'Sandese Aate Hai 2.0'
The updated version, titled '
Sandese Aate Hai 2.0
', combines the classic feel of the original with contemporary musical elements. While
returns as a vocalist, he will be joined by
this time.
According to sources, the song will depict the heartfelt struggles and inner conflicts of soldiers and will be visually presented featuring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh.
Film Setting and Production Details
Set during the 1971 India–Pakistan War, the film carries forward JP Dutta's tradition of blending heartfelt emotion with patriotic intensity. Production is well underway, with plans to finish by August 2025.
Boasting a remarkable cast, the return of legendary music, and grand storytelling goals, Border 2 promises to be much more than a sequel-it's poised to be a major cinematic spectacle.
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