Border 2 actor calls interaction with Param Vir Chakra hero’s family an emotional and humbling experience
January 25, 2026: As Border 2 continues to attract audiences in cinemas, lead actor Sunny Deol stepped away from the limelight to share a deeply personal moment. The veteran star recently met the family of Param Vir Chakra awardee Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, whose extraordinary courage during the 1971 India-Pakistan war forms a key part of the film’s narrative. Deol described the meeting as emotional and memorable, calling it a privilege to connect with the family of the national hero.
Sharing a photograph from the interaction on Instagram, Deol reflected on the warmth and significance of the moment. He noted that Sekhon’s story of unmatched bravery, portrayed by Diljit Dosanjh in the film, is a reminder of the sacrifices made by India’s armed forces. Diljit essays the role of the Indian Air Force officer who laid down his life in the line of duty, bringing his legacy to the big screen.
Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 expands the canvas of the 1997 classic with a multi-front war narrative highlighting the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. Sunny Deol appears as Lt Col Fateh Singh Kaler, alongside Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, with Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh, and Medha Rana in key roles. By engaging with the families of real-life heroes, Deol underlined the film’s message of remembrance, respect, and the enduring legacy of sacrifice.