The roar of ‘Border 2′ continues to reverberate through cinemas and online buzz, but star Sunny Deol has shifted focus to his personal Achilles’ heel during promotions. The man who launched with Amrita Singh in ‘Betab’ revealed that nothing on a film set induces more dread – or even fevers – than dance rehearsals.
A viral clip captures the essence: rain-soaked ‘Border 2’ team bunched up, director Anurag quizzing Deol on challenging shoots. ‘Dances were the worst,’ Deol quipped amid giggles. ‘I’d drag my feet, fake illnesses, spend days hyping myself up. But no escaping it.’ The revelation sparked instant hilarity.
Bollywood lore backs this up. Choreographers dread assigning Deol routines, citing his admitted shyness. Flashback to ‘Chaalbaz’: facing Sridevi’s mastery, he bolted from set for 120 minutes, relenting only after coaxing for their hit duet.
Internet culture thrives on it. Clips of ‘Yara O Yara’s signature move and ‘Mera Dil Le Gayi’ antics fuel endless memes, portraying his style as vigorous calisthenics over sleek choreography.
Deol’s forthrightness amid ‘Border 2’s triumph paints him as relatable, blending vulnerability with valor. In an industry of polished performers, his dance dilemmas offer refreshing authenticity.