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Varun Dhawan bags two major brand deals ahead of Border 2: Source

After trending across social media, Varun Dhawan reportedly converted online buzz into two major brand deals, as excitement around Border 2 boosted his commercial value ahead of its theatrical release.

January 13, 2026 / 17:21 IST
After going viral online, Varun Dhawan bags two major brand deals ahead of Border 2: Source
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  • Varun Dhawan bags two major brand deals after Border 2's online buzz
  • Border 2's song Ghar Kab Aaoge boosts Varun's market value and engagement
  • Varun to shoot new ads before Border 2's release on January 23

After trending widely across social media platforms, Varun Dhawan has reportedly turned online buzz into real-world gains by bagging two major brand endorsement deals. According to sources close to the actor, the surge in attention around his upcoming film Border 2 has translated into fresh commercial opportunities, reinforcing his market value ahead of the film’s theatrical release.

Varun has been trending online for multiple reasons in recent days, with conversations peaking after the release and discussion around the film’s emotional song Ghar Kab Aaoge. During a recent AMA session, the actor addressed the chatter with calm confidence, acknowledging that the social media dialogue has only helped amplify the song’s reach. Rather than pushing back against opinions, Varun chose to embrace the moment and let the visibility work in his favour.

Industry insiders point out that generating organic trends is usually a costly exercise for filmmakers, often requiring extensive digital marketing spends. In this case, however, Varun’s sudden virality has organically boosted anticipation for Border 2. The song, in particular, has struck an emotional chord with audiences, leading to increased engagement, shares, and discussions across platforms.

A source close to the development revealed that the heightened attention has already resulted in concrete outcomes. “The conversations surrounding Border 2 and its song, Ghar Kab Aaoge, has turned out to be an opportunity for Varun as the actor has bagged two major brand deals and will begin shooting one of them on 16th January, Friday,” the source said. The endorsements reportedly include commercials for a popular talcum powder brand and a gut-cleansing product, both high-visibility categories with mass reach.

With two new ad shoots lined up and Border 2 slated for release on January 23, Varun Dhawan appears firmly focused on the bigger picture. Those close to him suggest that the actor remains unfazed by social media noise, choosing instead to channel the attention into professional momentum. As the release date draws closer, Varun’s ability to convert online buzz into tangible success once again underlines his strong connect with audiences and brands alike.

Vaishnavi Gavankar
first published: Jan 13, 2026 05:21 pm

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