Ayushmann Khurrana Steps Away from Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’: Here’s Why. Sunny Deol’s highly anticipated sequel, Border 2, is set to begin filming in November. However, the project has encountered a significant change with Ayushmann Khurrana stepping away from the film. This decision has left fans curious about the reasons behind his exit.
The Excitement Builds
On June 13, Sunny Deol confirmed that Anurag Singh would direct the sequel to the 1997 blockbuster, Border. The original film, directed by JP Dutta, depicted the Battle of Longewala during the 1971 India-Pakistan war and starred Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff, Suniel Shetty, and Akshaye Khanna—the announcement of a sequel generated significant buzz, especially with the potential involvement of Ayushmann Khurrana.
Ayushmann Khurrana’s Departure
Ayushmann Khurrana was reportedly in talks to play a soldier in Border 2. Despite the enthusiasm from both the creators and Khurrana, the actor decided to step away from the project. According to sources, Khurrana felt unsure about his positioning in an ensemble cast led by Sunny Deol, a towering figure in the industry. This uncertainty about his role and prominence in the film ultimately led to his decision to bow out.
Rumors of Diljit Dosanjh Joining the Cast
Ayushmann Khurrana Steps Away from Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’: With Khurrana’s exit, rumors have surfaced about other potential cast members. Punjabi actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh is one name that has been floated. While nothing has been confirmed yet, the producers have reportedly approached Dosanjh. His strong fan base in northern India and potential on-screen chemistry with Sunny Deol make this a highly anticipated pairing.
Ayushmann Khurrana’s Busy Schedule: Ayushmann Khurrana’s departure from Border 2 is not an isolated incident. He has also reportedly exited Meghna Gulzar’s upcoming film, which was set to co-star Kareena Kapoor Khan. Khurrana’s busy schedule includes a music tour in November, which conflicts with his film commitments. Additionally, he has two other film projects lined up, one with Maddock Films and another with Karan Johar and Guneet Monga Kapoor. These overlapping commitments have made it challenging for Khurrana to accommodate Meghna’s film, leading to his exit from that project as well.