Why Suniel Shetty hasn't watched Border 2 yet? The emotional reason revealed

Suniel Shetty, the legendary actor who played the iconic role of Assistant Commandant. Bhairon Singh in the 1997 cult classic 'Border', has made a surprising revelation. Despite the massive buzz and success of the sequel 'Border 2', the actor has intentionally avoided watching the film. While his son Ahan Shetty stars in the movie alongside Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Varun Dhawan, Suniel Shetty has chosen to stay away from the screen for a very emotional reason.

Waiting Outside the Theater for 3.5 Hours

During the grand premiere of 'Border 2' last week, the entire Shetty family was in attendance, while suniel's wife Mana Shetty, daughter Athiya Shetty, and son-in-law KL Rahul watched the film with Ahan. However, Suniel Shetty decided to stay outside the auditorium. In a recent interview, he shared that he sat outside for three and a half hours, interacting with people and listening to their praise for the film, but he didn't step inside to watch a single frame.

The 500 Crore Vow for Ahan Shetty

Explaining his decision, Suniel Shetty revealed that he has made a 'mannat' (vow) for his son's career. He stated, 'I said from day one that I won't watch Border 2 until it crosses the 500 crore mark worldwide, while this is a personal vow I took for Ahan. I haven't seen even a single frame yet. Please don't misunderstand me; it’s not about arrogance, it’s about a father’s prayer for his son’s success. ' He believes that the film has the potential to become one of the biggest blockbusters in Indian cinema.

Praise for Ahan Shetty's Performance

Even though Suniel hasn't watched the film, he's overwhelmed by the feedback he has received from his family and fans. His wife Mana loved the film and praised Ahan's performance, while suniel expressed that he has always been proud of Ahan's choices. He mentioned that Ahan was very sure that 'Border 2' was the right project for him to showcase his talent. The film is being hailed as a fitting tribute to. The original while bringing a fresh perspective to the war genre.

Border 2 Box Office Collection Update

Directed by Anurag Singh, 'Border 2' is performing exceptionally well at the box office. The film capitalized on the Republic Day long weekend, crossing the 100 crore mark within its first few days. According to industry trackers, the film has collected approximately 213 crore net in India within six days. While there was a slight dip in collections on Tuesday, the overall trend remains strong, while suniel Shetty is optimistic that the 500 crore milestone is within reach.

Future Plans to Watch with the Cast

The veteran actor also shared his plans for the day he finally watches the movie. He intends to organize a special screening once the milestone is achieved. 'I will watch it with Ahan, his friends, and my family. I will also take Sunny Paaji, Varun, and the entire team with me. It might be the second time for them, but it will be the first for me,' he said. For Suniel, watching his son carry forward the legacy of a franchise that defined his own career is a deeply sentimental prospect.