Amid ‘Border 2’s thunderous reception, Sunny Deol peeled back layers on what petrifies him most in filmmaking: those dreaded song-and-dance routines. The actor, synonymous with explosive dialogues and fists, shared a gem from the sequel’s monsoon-hit schedule.
Huddled from rain, director Anurag asked about tough spots. Deol’s deadpan delivery: ‘Dance songs topped the list. I’d avoid set, nurse self-induced fevers, mentally wrestle for days – yet deliver somehow.’ Crew roars of laughter sealed the moment, now blowing up online.
Veteran choreographers echo the sentiment, labeling Deol’s dance sessions as Herculean tasks. He attributes it to bashfulness, especially in ‘Chaalbaz’ beside Sridevi. ‘Her elegance overwhelmed me; I hid off-set for hours before committing to our number.’
Pop culture feasts on it. ‘Yara O Yara’s hook endures as a meme staple, with ‘Mera Dil…’ draws comparisons to high-intensity workouts. Fans adore the contrast to his on-screen bravado.
This peek behind the curtain elevates Deol’s stature, fusing legend with levity as ‘Border 2’ conquers hearts.