Esha Deol Shares Emotional Review of Border 2 with Brother Sunny Deol
In a touching family moment, Bollywood actor Esha Deol recently attended the screening of Border 2 alongside her brother Sunny Deol and sister Ahana Deol in Mumbai. This marked the first public appearance of the step-siblings together since the passing of their legendary father, Dharmendra, last year.
A Heartfelt Tribute on Republic Day
Esha Deol took to Instagram to share a series of photos from the event, combining her review of the film with a poignant tribute. "Happy Republic Day," she wrote. "Really happy that our papa is being conferred with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan Award." The Centre announced on Sunday that Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24, 2025, will be posthumously honored with the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian award.
In her post, Esha urged her followers to watch Border 2 with family and friends, adding, "We watched the film last night @iamsunnydeol you are the best." She also gave shout-outs to co-stars Ahan Shetty, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Nidhi Dutta, calling their performances "fantastic" and ending with a "Salute."
Sunny Deol's Border 2 Creates Box Office Waves
Border 2, directed by Anurag Singh and released on January 23, 2026, is inspired by true events from the 1971 India-Pakistan War. The film showcases the unified efforts of the Army, Navy, and Air Force, starring Sunny Deol in a leading role alongside Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty.
The film has made a sensational impact at the box office, described by trade analyst Taran Adarsh as a "tsunami" bringing joy and optimism back to Bollywood. With opening day collections of Rs 32.10 crore, it soared to Rs 40.59 crore on Saturday and Rs 57.20 crore on Sunday, totaling Rs 129.89 crore in India net within just three days.
Remembering Dharmendra's Illustrious Legacy
Dharmendra, born on December 8, 1935, in Nasrali village, Punjab, began his film journey with the 1960 romantic drama Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere. Despite a slow start, he achieved commercial success with films like Shola Aur Shabnam (1961) and Bandini (1963), the latter winning the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi.
Known for his romantic hero image in the 1960s and 1970s, Dharmendra captivated audiences with his striking looks and emotional depth in movies such as Aayee Milan Ki Bela and Mamta. In recent years, he surprised fans with stellar performances in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023) and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, proving his timeless charm. His final film, Ikkis, was released on January 1, 2026, shortly after his demise.
A Family United in Celebration and Remembrance
The Border 2 screening not only highlighted Sunny Deol's cinematic success but also served as a moment of family unity and remembrance. Esha Deol's review and tribute underscore the deep bonds within the Deol family, blending pride in their father's legacy with support for Sunny's latest blockbuster.
As Border 2 continues to dominate the box office, this event reminds fans of the enduring impact of Dharmendra's contributions to Indian cinema and the ongoing achievements of his children in the entertainment industry.
