The anticipation for Border 2 just got more exciting as T-Series officially welcomed Sonam Bajwa to the cast of the much-awaited war drama. Sharing stunning pictures of the actress on their X handle, the caption framed her entry with pride: “Welcoming @bajwasonam to the #Border2 family, opposite @diljitdosanjh. A tale where grace and glory unite - releasing in cinemas on January 22, 2026.”
Paired opposite Diljit Dosanjh, Sonam Bajwa’s casting adds a powerful new dimension of charm and depth to the sequel of the iconic 1997 film Border. The upcoming war drama, directed by Anurag Singh and written by Nidhi Dutta, carries the legacy of J. P. Dutta’s classic while introducing a new generation of stories and stars.
The stellar ensemble includes Sunny Deol reprising his role as Major Kuldip Singh Chandpuri, Varun Dhawan as Colonel Hoshiar Singh Dahiya, Diljit Dosanjh as war hero Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, Ahan Shetty in a crucial role, and Medha Rana as Dhani Devi. With Sonam Bajwa now onboard, the emotional and dramatic stakes rise, especially against the backdrop of wartime valor and sacrifice.
Produced by Bhushan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta under the banners of T-Series and JP Films, Border 2 is mounted as a tribute to India’s military legends, blending historic accuracy with gripping cinematic drama. The film also boasts the contribution of celebrated music maestros like Mithoon, Anu Malik, and Javed Akhtar, promising a soul-stirring soundtrack to match its patriotic fervor.
Set for release on January 22, 2026, just ahead of Republic Day, Border 2 is positioned to be a major cinematic event—an emotional, action-packed salute to courage, camaraderie, and sacrifice. With Sonam Bajwa and Diljit Dosanjh’s pairing adding freshness to a story of duty and honor, the sequel seeks not only to honor the legacy of Border but also to carve its own place in Bollywood history.