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Kl Rahul and Athiya Shetty turn heads at Border 2 premiere, posing with Ahan Shetty

Cricketer KL Rahul and his wife Athiya Shetty attended the Border 2 premiere in Mumbai to support her brother Ahan Shetty, joining other celebrities and sports stars at the star-studded event ahead of the film’s release. Their appearance highlighted the family’s backing and added to the buzz around the highly anticipated war drama.

January 24, 2026 / 10:40 IST
kl rahul with athiya shetty at border 2 premiere
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  • KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty attended Border 2 premiere to support Ahan Shetty
  • Border 2 is a sequel to the 1997 war epic, starring Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan
  • The film portrays the 1971 India-Pakistan war, highlighting courage and brotherhood.

Cricket star KL Rahul and his wife, actress Athiya Shetty, made a notable appearance at the grand premiere of the highly anticipated Bollywood war drama Border 2 in Mumbai, stepping out in style to show support for Athiya’s brother, Ahan Shetty, who plays a pivotal role in the film.

The premiere, held on January 23, 2026, was a star-studded affair that brought together prominent names from both Bollywood and the sporting world, underscoring the excitement around this big franchise release.

KL Rahul wore a brown button-down shirt and matching brown trousers, giving him a relaxed yet stylish casual look suitable for a film premiere. Ahan Shetty stands in the centre, dressed in a white t-shirt layered with a blue denim or chambray shirt and dark pants, striking a smart-casual balance that’s effortless and camera-ready. Athiya Shetty wears a dark navy or black coordinated outfit with long sleeves and tailored trousers, paired with a chic handbag, adding a polished and elegant touch to the group’s overall appearance.

Border 2 marks a major release for Ahan Shetty, who is following in the footsteps of his father, veteran actor Suniel Shetty, whose original film Border remains a celebrated Bollywood war epic. Family support has been a recurring theme in the run-up to the film’s launch, with Suniel often publicly backing his son’s performance and co-stars such as Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh highlighting Ahan’s commitment to the role.

\Alongside Rahul and Athiya, the premiere saw appearances from other prominent figures, including cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal, singer Sukhwinder Singh, and the film’s leading cast members, such as Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan.

Also read: Suniel Shetty on watching son Ahan Shetty wear the Uniform in Border 2: 'This film is a reminder of why peace exists...'

About Border 2

Border 2 is directed by Anurag Singh and starring veterans and new generation actors, including Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. It serves as a standalone sequel to the iconic 1997 film Border, revisiting the legacy of the earlier war drama with an expanded narrative and larger scale. The story is set against the backdrop of the 1971 India-Pakistan war, portraying coordinated operations across the Army, Air Force, and Navy, and blending intense battle sequences with themes of courage, sacrifice, and brotherhood among Indian soldiers.

Ragini Jaiswal
Ragini Jaiswal Entertainment journalist and content writer with 3+ years of experience covering Bollywood, lifestyle trends, and celebrity stories across leading digital platforms.
first published: Jan 24, 2026 10:40 am

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