‘Border 2’ sensation Ahan Shetty is all smiles as his war drama storms theaters, earning accolades for its authenticity and adrenaline. Diving deeper, the actor disclosed how he navigates the high-wire act of filming pivotal scenes without succumbing to nerves.
Ahan’s ritual is simple yet profound: noise-cancelling headphones and tailor-made music sessions in secluded spots like vans or tents. He matches genres to scenes—pulsing beats for tension, evocative tunes for pathos—effectively muting distractions. ‘It filters out pressure and periphery, centering me on the craft,’ he confided. ‘Full elimination of jitters? No. But control? Absolutely.’
Embodying a Navy commando required underwater expertise, which Ahan honed via a 2020 PADI certification amid global lockdowns. His school swimming chops made adaptation swift. ‘When Anurag Singh detailed the aquatic action, excitement overrode apprehension,’ Ahan said. ‘Pre-shoot training spanned two months with pro divers and safety experts ensuring flawlessness. The results on film are epic.’
Drawing from the 1971 war’s Basantar triumph—where Indian troops repelled invaders in Punjab-Jammu—’Border 2′ stars Ahan with Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Varun Dhawan in a saga of sacrifice and victory.
Ahan’s revelations humanize the glamour, revealing mental fortitude’s role in success. As ‘Border 2’ captivates, his approach sets a blueprint for conquering performance fears in Tinseltown.