As the buzz around BollywoodThe much awaited sequel has reached its peak, afghanistanT20I captain and global cricket icon Rashid Khan has officially joined the viral wave of support for ‘Border 2.’
Rashid Khan vows to watch Sunny Deol’s Border 2
taking leave from his duties in the UAE during afghanistan versus west indies Ahead of the 2026 series, Rashid shared a candid moment on Instagram, which has since taken social media by storm. The star all-rounder was seen roasting corn over a coal fire on a Dubai roadside along with the soulful track “When will you come home” Running in the background.
His caption, “I will definitely watch Border 2…but let’s see what happens if I post it”, It immediately attracted the attention of the film’s lead cast and the wider sports world. Rashid Khan He’s not the only high-profile athlete to jump on the “Border 2” bandwagon. Indian wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul A similar conversation was recently started by posting a training video with a playful ultimatum: “If Ahan Shetty comments on this video, I will watch Border 2 twice.”
Even Rashid Khan is feeling the Border 2 buzz
When cinema fever crosses boundaries, you know it’s real!
Border 2 is not just a film, it is a movement. 🎬💥#limit2 #SunnyDeol pic.twitter.com/dK04c6bJ9N– Ahlawat ji (@Ahlawatji19407) 21 January 2026
Totally same thing is going on since last few days, if Ahaan Setty commented then watch “Border 2” I heard.. Today KL Rahul also made a reel If Ahaan Setty commented then watch “Border 2” 🔥❤️✅🫰 pic.twitter.com/frOmNh2JLQ
– Musafir🇮🇳 (@musafir_vj) 20 January 2026
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From Varun Dhawan to Sunil Shetty: ‘Border’ cast joins the chat
The reaction to Rashid’s video was immediate, with stars of the film and veterans of the original 1997 classic jumping into the comments section to show their appreciation. The camaraderie between the Afghan captain and the Indian film industry demonstrated the global popularity of Bollywood’s patriotic dramas.
Celebrity reactions and their relation to the film Border
| famous person | Feedback/Comment | association with film |
|---|---|---|
| Sunil Shetty | “Yeh Hui Na Baat” (This is the feeling) | Star of the Original Border (1997) |
| Varun Dhawan | “Yes brother” (Yes brother) | lead star in border 2 |
| Ahaan Shetty | “Lots of love brother” | Main actor in Border 2 (Sunil Shetty’s son) |
| KL Rahul | “I will look twice.” | Ahaan Shetty’s brother-in-law |
It is a direct sequel to Border 2, releasing on January 23, 2026, a few days before India’s Republic Day. JP DuttaThe 1997 war masterpiece. director Anurag SinghThe film aims to showcase the same patriotic fervor that made its predecessor a cultural landmark. The sequel features a massive cast and is already witnessing record-breaking advance booking numbers across India. Rashid’s support for the film is significant as he remains one of the most loved international cricketers in India, largely due to his long-running success in the IPL.
movie highlights
| Main details | Information |
|---|---|
| release date | 23 January 2026 (Republic Day weekend) |
| main cast | Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty |
| director | Anurag Singh (Kesari fame) |
| sequel | Border (1997) |
| viral soundtrack | “When Will You Come Home” (reimagined for the sequel) |