The audience is incredibly excited about 'Border 2.' The stellar casting of Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty was already revealed, but the biggest question among fans was: who will be the lead actress in this highly anticipated film?
Border 2: The reboot version of the 1997 cult classic war film 'Border,' titled 'Border 2,' is currently the talk of the town. While the film already boasts big names like Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, the entry of a new actress, Medha Rana, has further heightened the audience's anticipation.
Medha Rana will star opposite Varun Dhawan
Actress Medha Rana will be seen in 'Border 2' as Varun Dhawan's wife, marking her big-screen debut. Confirming the news on social media, the filmmakers wrote: Every story finds its characters. We are happy to welcome Medha Rana to the 'Border 2' family as the leading lady alongside Varun Dhawan. Get ready for an unforgettable saga of courage and patriotism as Border 2 hits theaters on January 23, 2026.
Who is Medha Rana?
Medha Rana is originally from Bangalore but was raised in Gurgaon. She entered the world of modeling at just 16 years old. Medha's dream has always been to become an actress. She has worked in numerous commercials, including for TRESemmé, Lenskart, Cadbury, and more. Furthermore, Medha has appeared in the music video "Barsaat" by renowned singer Armaan Malik, where her performance was highly praised.
She has also been a part of Voot's web series 'London Files,' which opened doors for her in the world of acting. Interestingly, Medha comes from an army background, which can be considered a perfect fit for a war film like 'Border 2.'
Director and Producers
'Border 2' is being directed by Anurag Singh, who has already showcased his talent in the historical war film 'Kesari.' The film is being produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. JP Dutta, who directed the original 'Border' film, is associated with this sequel as a producer, further raising the audience's expectations from this project.
'Border 2' is a war saga filled with patriotism, which is not only based on the backdrop of the India-Pakistan war but will also depict the sentiments of valor, sacrifice, and national pride. In the film, Varun Dhawan plays the role of an Indian soldier, and Medha Rana will share the screen with him as his wife. At the same time, experienced actors like Sunny Deol and Diljit Dosanjh will be seen in their respective important roles in this story.
'Border 2' is scheduled to release in theaters on January 23, 2026. The makers are strategically releasing this film close to Republic Day to connect with the audience through a sense of patriotism.
