Actor Varun Dhawan has come under attack from Congress MP Abhishek Singhvi over a promotional video of his upcoming film. border 2In which Dhawan is seen in Border Security Force (BSF) uniform. Singhvi publicly criticized the clip, saying it was disrespectful to the men and women who wear the uniform and protect the country. “The BSF uniform is not a prop,” Singhvi wrote in a social media message accompanying a video clip of the film’s promotion. He criticized it as an insensitive portrayal and said that such portrayals could insult those who serve in uniform.
Congress MP criticizes Varun Dhawan for “disrespecting” BSF uniform ahead of Border 2 release: “Stop this clown”
The video in question shows Dhawan wearing a camouflaged BSF shirt and cap in a light-hearted promotional moment, which is aimed at getting the audience going. border 2Will be released on January 23, 2026. No official response had been issued from Dhawan or the film’s team at the time of publication.
border 2 The promotional clip attracted attention both due to Dhawan’s appearance and the response it received from political voices. Some viewers took to social platforms to express Singhvi’s concerns, while others argued that the actor’s intention was promotional rather than insulting.This is shocking, insulting and a complete mockery of BSF. The soldiers are parading in sacred uniforms while Bollywood actors come like kings in jeeps for the promotion of a film.
BSF uniform is not a prop and patriotism is not a show off. Stop this clowning and respect those who protect…
Launched as a patriotic action drama, border 2 It stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty and depicts stories inspired by armed forces operations. The film’s story, based on historical military contexts, aims to highlight courage and sacrifice, and includes depictions of the Indian Army, Navy and Air Force.
