Ahan Shetty says, “Border 2 is forged with military precision” as he also talks about working with director Anurag Singh

The teaser of Border 2 has set social media abuzz for its intensity, and emotionally charged visuals. Rooted deeply in patriotism and realism, the teaser promises a powerful cinematic experience that honours the grit and sacrifice of Indian soldiers. As anticipation continues to build, actor Ahan Shetty has shared insights into his transformative journey on the film and his experience of working with director Anurag Singh.

Speaking about Singh’s approach, Ahan revealed that authenticity was the cornerstone of Border 2. “Anurag Singh understands that authenticity cannot be manufactured, it has to be earned, and he made it clear Border 2 would be forged with military precision, not typical action conventions,” the actor said Ahan Shetty says,.. According to Ahan, the process demanded far more than executing action sequences or delivering dramatic moments.
What proved most challenging — and rewarding — was the director’s emphasis on internalising the mindset of a soldier rather than merely portraying external behaviour. “He constantly pushed me to inhabit a mindset rather than just execute sequences,” Ahan explained Ahan Shetty says,.. “I had to understand what my character was carrying into every moment, the weight of his training, the responsibility to his team, and the knowledge that every decision has life-or-death consequences Ahan Shetty says,.. ”
This psychological immersion significantly shaped Ahan’s performance. He credits Anurag Singh for introducing him to the power of restraint and silence on screen. “He showed me that the stillness, the restraint, the command in a soldier’s eyes speaks louder than any action ever could. That shift in perspective transformed how I approached the role entirely Ahan Shetty says,.. ”
Beyond performance, Ahan highlighted the emotional and moral responsibility that came with being part of Border 2. He shared that the environment on set constantly reminded the cast and crew of the purpose behind the film. “We weren’t just making an action film, we were creating a tribute to service, where every frame honored the real heroes who wear the uniform,” he said, calling this sensibility “the greatest gift” Anurag Singh brought to the project. The film will see Ahan in the role of Navy officer Lt Ahan Shetty says,.. Cdr Joseph Pius Alfred Noronha with actress Anya Singh playing the role of his wife.
Border 2 is presented by Gulshan Kumar, T-Series, and J. P. Dutta’s J. P. Films, and is backed by producers Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J Ahan Shetty says,.. P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. Directed by Anurag Singh, the film continues the legacy of celebrating the courage, sacrifice, and indomitable spirit of Indian soldiers Ahan Shetty says,.. The much-anticipated war drama is set to storm cinemas on January 23, 2026 Ahan Shetty says,..
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