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Teaser of the upcoming Bollywood film Border 2 – a sequel to the hit 1997 movie of the same name – has sparked widespread criticism online, especially from Pakistani netizens.

The teaser released Tuesday revealed that the movie is set against the backdrop of the 1971 Indo-Pak war, and features Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty in lead roles.

While Deol seems to be reprising his role, Dhawan has been seen portraying an Indian Army officer, Shetty a member of the Indian Navy and Diljit Dosanjh in the role of an Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot.

Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh and Medha Rana are among the female cast members appearing opposite the male leads.

As the teaser of the film goes viral after being described as a “spiritual sequel” to JP Dutta’s 1997 film based on the Battle of Longewala, several Pakistanis have taken to social media to react to it, particularly to the film’s narrative and cast.

One user criticised Diljit Dosanjh, stating that his recent music releases were average and that his involvement in the film could cost him Pakistani fans.

Another comment said that Indians were only capable of making films, while others mocked the film’s storyline, suggesting that the script should be changed.

Some even joked that the film might show Indian fighter jets such as Rafale or Tejas being shot down, which were inducted by the Indian military much after the 1971 war, and shot down by Pakistan very recently.

Several users dismissed the teaser entirely, calling it another failure and stating that Bollywood continued to disappoint in recent years.

The film is directed by Anurag Singh and produced by Bhushan Kumar, JP Dutta and Nidhi Dutta. It is presented by Gulshan Kumar and T-Series in association with JP Dutta’s JP Films. The production team also includes Krishan Kumar.

Border 2 is scheduled for theatrical release on January 23, 2026.

YouTuber Saad ur Rehman, famously known as Ducky Bhai, has resumed regular vlogging following a three-month hiatus while he was incarcerated. 

In his first vlog posted on Tuesday, he said that television analyst Irshad Bhatti was one of the few individuals who came to see him during his time in detention at the NCCIA office. The video also featured Irshad Bhatti visiting Ducky Bhai’s residence after his release.

The vlog, titled “I Forgot How to Vlog; I Am Back,” centered around his experiences in custody and his reintegration into daily life, revealing that he lost 15 kilograms of weight while inside. 

He explained that after being released, his bank accounts were frozen, which complicated his ability to manage expenses. He also noted that although a car he had ordered arrived, he was unable to pay for it due to the restrictions on his accounts.

In the vlog, Ducky Bhai was captured at a public park where he was approached by several children. He took the time to engage with them and included their interactions in the video. 

He confessed that he initially felt out of practice with vlogging but intended to regain his rhythm over time. He opted to keep the content light-hearted to avoid worrying his parents. The vlog included family moments as he adapted to being back home post-release.

He also stopped by his restaurant, Four, during the vlog. He excitedly announced that a fish burger had been added to the menu while he was gone. He encouraged his viewers to visit the restaurant and try the new dish. This visit was part of the vlog that showcased his routine after returning to the public sphere.

The vlog represented Ducky Bhai’s comeback to YouTube with family members appearing in the video. Since its release, the video has garnered over 3.3 million views, more than 24,680 comments, and around 314,000 likes. Viewers shared welcoming messages and urged him to keep producing family-centric content.

Actor Saba Faisal has issued an apology following severe criticism of her controversial statements about brides independently choosing their wedding outfits.

In a video message posted on Instagram, Faisal clarified her earlier remarks and acknowledged using inappropriate terminology during a morning show appearance.

“I may have used the wrong words,” Faisal said. “I should have said ‘overlook’ or ‘ignore’ instead.”

She explained that families function well when both parties practice overlooking minor issues.

“When families form, things don’t work well unless both parties practice overlooking and ignoring certain things,” she said.

“You heard it wrong because you didn’t watch the full video,” she said. “Sorry, I used that word very wrongly.”

Faisal had earlier sparked controversy by disagreeing with mothers-in-law allowing brides complete freedom to choose and shop for their wedding outfits.

“In the past, newly married women wore outfits selected by their in-laws and I also followed the same tradition,” she said during the morning show. “One of the biggest mistakes some mothers of grooms make today is giving brides complete freedom to design and select their wedding wardrobes from the very beginning.”

In her apology, Faisal explained her intended message about blending family traditions.

“When a girl comes after marriage, she brings values from her home,” she said, noting these values reflect in a bride’s behavior and dress sense.

She added that in-laws naturally want their new family member’s style to match household standards, which is why mothers-in-law and sisters-in-law lovingly make clothes for brides.

“I don’t think there’s anything wrong with that,” she said.

She clarified she never insisted brides must only wear clothes chosen by their mothers-in-law.

“If you take it as the mother-in-law forcing her choice, I never said that,” Faisal explained. “I simply said the mother-in-law gives money to the girl, and I also said there’s nothing wrong with the daughter-in-law making clothes of her choice.”

However, she maintained her preference for involvement in the selection process to blend both tastes.

“People like me would say I’ll make them according to my taste so her preference and mine can blend,” she said. “She has come to my home and will spend the rest of her life here, so it should match accordingly too. This was my only purpose, nothing else.”

Faisal acknowledged the personal toll the controversy took on her over the past three days.

“I know I had to pay the price for my work, respect, fame and wealth,” she said, noting many people commented without watching the full program.

The actor concluded by addressing those spreading negativity without full context.

“Many people are spreading evil and this is not acceptable at all,” she said.”I had no wrong intention. And still, if my words or my interview have hurt you, I want to apologise.”

Her original comments had drawn sharp criticism from fellow celebrities and social media users.

Actor Fiza Ali responded in an Instagram story, saying a truly peaceful home is one where the daughter-in-law feels respected and at ease, not merely silent or submissive.

“A woman wanting to wear clothes according to her own preference should not be seen as disrespectful but as natural desire,” Fiza said, emphasizing that taking away a daughter-in-law’s right to make decisions is control, not love.

Actor Javeria Saud posted, “You will lead a peaceful life if you keep eyes, ears and mouth open not just at your in-laws’ place but everywhere.”

Actor Hira Khan wrote, “Why she is allowed to speak on national television, I will never know. I feel sorry for her bahu [daughter-in-law].”

Social media users also criticized Faisal’s views.

Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan gave fans a glimpse into a recent meeting with Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt, sharing a video on Instagram that quickly captured widespread attention.

Rahat posted the clip with a caption celebrating what he called “a memorable meeting between two legends.” He described the encounter as featuring “meaningful discussion, shared experiences, and mutual respect,” adding that witnessing such positive energy in one frame truly delighted him.

Social media users responded enthusiastically. One user commented “Sanju Baba” with a fire emoji, using Dutt’s popular nickname. 

Another wrote “Mashallah Khan Sab g” with a heart-eyes emoji, while a third posted “Legends meeting” with a heart emoji. Interestingly, one user simply commented “Chaudhry Aslam” with a fire emoji, referencing Dutt’s new controversial film role.

The two entertainer’s met just after Dutt starred in the recently released Bollywood film Dhurandhar, where he portrays a character based on assassinated Pakistani police officer Chaudhry Aslam Khan. 

The film has sparked significant controversy on both sides of the border, with Gulf countries including Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE banning the movie over its perceived anti-Pakistan messaging.

Director Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar follows an Indian spy who operates in Karachi’s Lyari neighborhood. The trailer positions Lyari as “the very core of terrorism in Pakistan” and shows the character arriving to “wipe out terrorism” from the area.

Filmmakers marketed Dhurandhar as “inspired by incredible true events.” However, the connections the film draws between these Karachi figures and cross-border terror lack any documented basis.

Earlier this month, Rahat also shared footage from a live performance with his son Shahzaman Ali Khan, describing it as “a night of soulful music and timeless vibes.” Shahzaman, a rising Pakistani singer, recently made his television debut performing the original soundtrack for ARY Digital’s drama series Bismil.