Varun talked about his experience and revealed that playing a soldier on screen requires a high level of both mental and physical discipline and goes far beyond performance.
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Varun Dhawan's Intense Prep for Border 2: Strength, Endurance, and Soldier Mindset

  • Varun Dhawan underwent rigorous physical training for his role in Border 2, inspired by Colonel Hoshiar Singh Dahiya.
  • His preparation included extensive strength conditioning, endurance work, and mobility exercises.
  • Shooting in real locations like Babina demanded high stamina and a soldier's mindset, focusing on fitness for recovery.
  • Varun maintained a strict diet of high protein, good carbohydrates, and ample fluids for long outdoor shoots.
  • Border 2, directed by Anurag Singh, also stars Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, releasing January 23, 2026.

Why It Matters: Varun Dhawan's dedication to physical and mental discipline for his demanding role in Border 2.

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