Varun Dhawan Calls Sunny Deol His Childhood Hero

Actor Varun Dhawan recently expressed heartfelt admiration for Sunny Deol, calling him his childhood hero and recalling the unforgettable experience of watching Border in cinemas. Sharing his memories, Varun said Sunny Deol’s screen presence and powerful performance left a lasting impression on him as a young moviegoer.

Varun spoke about how Border was more than just a film for his generation, describing it as an emotional cinematic experience that celebrated courage, patriotism and sacrifice. He recalled being inspired by Sunny Deol’s iconic moments, which played a major role in shaping his love for cinema and larger than life storytelling.

The actor’s comments come at a time when excitement around Border 2 is steadily growing. Varun, who is now part of the franchise, called it a surreal and emotional moment to share screen space with someone he once idolised from the audience seats.

Fans responded warmly to Varun’s words, appreciating the genuine respect he showed towards Sunny Deol’s legacy. The moment highlighted the bridge between generations of actors and how iconic performances continue to inspire new stars, reinforcing Border’s timeless place in Indian cinema.