Sunny Deol, known for his patriotic roles and powerful screen presence, is gearing up to captivate audiences once again with his upcoming film ‘Border 2’. After the blockbuster success of ‘Gadar 2’ and the decent response to ‘Jaat’, expectations are high for this new venture. The film’s production is progressing swiftly, and the star cast has almost been finalized. However, despite Sunny Deol’s hard work and dedication, ‘Border 2’ faces a significant challenge: three of its lead actors carry the baggage of previous underwhelming performances, which could impact the film’s success.

The film’s ensemble includes popular names such as Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, and Sonam Bajwa. While Diljit Dosanjh enjoys a strong fan base, the others—Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty, and Sonam Bajwa—have struggled to make a mark in their recent projects. Their past box office performances have been less than impressive, raising concerns among industry insiders and audiences alike.

Varun Dhawan, despite a largely successful career, saw his recent film ‘Baby John’ flop badly. Made on a hefty budget of 160 crores, the film grossed only 39.5 crores in India, failing to recover costs even with Salman Khan’s cameo adding some buzz. This marks a notable setback in Varun’s otherwise consistent career.

Ahan Shetty, relatively new to Bollywood, made his debut with ‘Tadap’ in 2021, which unfortunately did not perform well commercially. His next film, ‘Sanki’, has yet to hit theatres, leaving his box office potential uncertain. His role in ‘Border 2’ could be crucial for both him and the film’s makers, as it may determine his standing in the industry.

Sonam Bajwa, a prominent Punjabi actress who recently debuted in Bollywood with the multi-starrer ‘Housefull 5’, has also failed to create a significant impact. Despite sharing screen space with Akshay Kumar, she remained largely unnoticed in the film, which itself struggled to recover its budget of 255 crores. This lack of attention adds to doubts about her drawing power in Hindi cinema.

On the brighter side, Diljit Dosanjh’s strong fan following is expected to provide ‘Border 2’ with a solid audience base. However, the absence of other equally big names in the film means that the success of ‘Border 2’ will heavily depend on how these stars overcome their past disappointments.

As Sunny Deol rallies his ‘army’ for this patriotic saga, all eyes will be on whether ‘Border 2’ can defy the odds and bring a major hit to the box office, or if the previous failures of key actors will overshadow its potential.