Excitement peaks for ‘Border 2’, hitting cinemas January 23 after rave reviews for its music and promos. Lyricist Manoj Muntashir and artist Mithun weigh in on AR Rahman’s and Javed Akhtar’s statements, blending defense with deference in the lead-up to what could be 2024’s biggest war drama.
‘Trailers and songs have won hearts—our deepest thanks,’ Muntashir beamed to IANS. ‘More than a movie, it’s India’s ode to soldiers’ valor.’
Mithun implored: ‘A heartfelt creation from military tales, it’ll connect universally. Watch it, please.’
Addressing sequel-vs-original debates online, Muntashir positivity prevailed: ‘Social platforms reveal true vibes instantly. Haters are outliers; love dominates. Feedback fuels us, but this one’s perfect—box office fireworks incoming.’
Akhtar’s no-go on remakes? ‘Honored; consulting him was essential.’
On Rahman’s Bollywood critique, Muntashir countered: ‘Faith and caste blinders don’t fit here—think SRK, Salman, Akhtar. Proud of Rahman, yet fully disagree.’ Mithun: ‘My guru in music; his right to opine.’
AI music? ‘Disastrous—lacks essence, irrelevant.’
‘Border 2’ emerges stronger from scrutiny, its narrative of bravery set to captivate, reminding all of the timeless call to honor those who guard our borders.