Suniel on not being part of Sunny Deol starrer Border 2

The much-anticipated sequel to

JP Dutta

’s 1997 war film Border is gearing up for release next year. While Sunny Deol returns in a fierce new role, the sequel will also feature younger stars like Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty.Suniel Shetty opens up on not being part of the sequelIn a recent interview with India Today, Suniel Shetty, who played Captain Bhairon Singh in the original film, shared his thoughts on not being part of the sequel. Asked if he felt any FOMO, the actor replied, “Yes and no... no because my son is doing it. If Bhairon Singh is not there, at least little

Ahan

will be there.”Suniel

called

Border 2

special not only because of the legacy it carries, but also because many of his favourite actors are involved. He spoke fondly of Sunny Deol, saying he loves working with him and that they "get along like a house on fire." He also praised Varun Dhawan for being like a mentor and friend to Ahan.

Ahan Shetty’s full-circle moment

“Every time Ahan comes home from shoot, he tells me, ‘Papa, Varun is such a nice guy’,” Suniel shared. He appreciated the bond the younger actors share, and said the industry needs more such collaborations. “There is so much work for all of us, we just need to come together and make our industry work. That's the need of the hour.”The actor also revealed that Ahan is thrilled to share screen space with Diljit Dosanjh, calling him a global star. According to Suniel, Ahan is a big fan of Diljit and feels lucky to work alongside him. He ended by expressing excitement for the film’s release, saying he can’t wait to watch it on the big screen.

Meanwhile, Ahan Shetty, while announcing his role in Border 2, shared a heartfelt post on Instagram. He called the film a “legacy, an emotion, and a dream come true,” and reflected on how his connection to the original dates back to before he was even born. His mother was pregnant with him when she visited Suniel Shetty on the set of the 1997 film.In a touching note to his father, Ahan added, “Everything I am is because of you, and I’ll do my best to honor the legacy you’ve worked so hard to create.”As fans wait eagerly for Border 2, Suniel Shetty is set to appear in

Kesari Veer

, which hits theatres on May 23.