Brimming with Sunny Deol's powerful action and fervent patriotism, 'Border 2' has made its roaring debut in theaters nationwide on January 23. Following the legacy of the 1997 classic 'Border', this sequel has instantly captivated audiences. But do you know where those breathtaking war scenes, that leave you astonished, were actually filmed? The reality is, what you perceive as Pakistan's perilous borders and barbed wire are, in fact, some of India's extraordinarily beautiful yet challenging terrains. To create an authentic border experience, several Indian cities were transformed into 'mini-borders' during filming. Let's uncover the captivating locations where your favorite film 'Border 2' was shot.
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Dehradun Transformed into a Mini-Border
To breathe life into the film on screen, the creators chose Dehradun in Uttarakhand as their primary base. An impressive set replicating a real 'forward border post' was constructed in the areas of Santala Devi and Maldevta at Halduwala. It authentically depicted India on one side and Pakistan on the other, complete with bunkers, military vehicles, tanks, and soldier tents. Sunny Deol himself visited thrice, completing key scenes filmed here.
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Shooting of 'Border 2' Across Challenging Terrains
Beyond the fierce battle scenes, the film also weaves in the natural beauty of Rishikesh and the Rajaji Tiger Reserve, offering a serene respite amid war tension. For authentic tank roars and heavy shelling scenes, military zones within Jhansi's Babina Cantonment in Uttar Pradesh were utilized. Additionally, the narrative takes us from Pune's NDA training grounds to Amritsar's border and the dusty outposts of Rajasthan and Jammu & Kashmir. These real locations weren't chosen merely for their captivating beauty, but to portray how soldiers endure life in the nation's most demanding areas.
