Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan has turned online criticism on its head, crediting trolls for the viral success of a song from his upcoming film, Border 2. The actor, who has faced significant trolling since the release of the music video for the song 'Ghar Kab Aaoge', responded with grace and wit, suggesting the negativity only amplified the track's reach.
From Criticism to Viral Sensation
The journey began when the music video for 'Ghar Kab Aaoge' was released. As the release date for the highly anticipated war film remake, Border 2, draws closer, the project has been under immense scrutiny. The original 1997 film, directed by J.P. Dutta, is considered a classic, placing a heavy burden on the new version helmed by director Anurag Singh.
Following the song's release, a section of social media users began targeting Varun Dhawan's performance and portrayal. His Instagram comments section was flooded with remarks questioning his acting. However, the actor chose an unexpected path for his response.
Varun's Witty Social Media Clapback
On January 9, 2026, Varun Dhawan posted a series of pictures on Instagram, dressed in a black suit, portraying his character, Major Hoshiyar Singh Dahiya. In the caption, he simply wrote, “Major Hoshiyar Singh Dahiya. Thank you for the love ?.”
When a user directly commented, asking him about the criticism over his acting, Varun replied in Hindi. He stated, “Yeh sawaal ne gaana hit karadia. Sab enjoy kar rahe hai. Rab di mehar.” This translates to, “This question made the song go viral. Everyone is having a good time. God is great.”
This philosophical take was widely appreciated by fans and neutrals alike, who praised the actor for his clever and patient response. Yet, the trolling continued in other comments, but Varun appeared unfazed.
Unshaken Patience in the Face of Trolls
Varun Dhawan's composed demeanor was further displayed during an Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). When another user pointed out that apart from his moustache, his physique looked the same, the actor responded with characteristic humor.
He joked, “No no. I have grown an extra hand as well. Please properly dekhna (look carefully).” These interactions showcase the actor's strategy of using humor and positivity to deflect negativity, keeping the focus on the film's upcoming release.
The original Border featured an ensemble cast including Sunny Deol, Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Akshaye Khanna, and Tabu. The remake, Border 2, brings together a mix of veterans and new faces. The cast includes Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Sonam Bajwa, Ahan Shetty, Mona Singh, Medha Rana, and Anya Singh.
As the film gears up for its theatrical release, Varun Dhawan's handling of the pre-release trolling has become a notable subplot, demonstrating that sometimes, even criticism can be channeled into creating greater buzz.
