In a move that has sparked intense debate across social media, filmmaker and producer Nidhi Dutta has stepped forward to defend actor Varun Dhawan against what she describes as a coordinated “anti-national” smear campaign. The controversy erupted following the release of the song “Ghar Kab Aaoge” from the highly anticipated sequel, Border 2.
As the daughter of legendary filmmaker J.P. Dutta, Nidhi is no stranger to the legacy of patriotic cinema. However, her recent comments on X have taken the industry by surprise, as she directly labeled critics of the film and its lead actor as working against the interests of the country.
The friction began shortly after the launch of the new version of the iconic song “Ghar Kab Aaoge.” While many fans felt nostalgic, a significant section of the internet began trolling Varun Dhawan for his acting and facial expressions in the video. Some users went as far as body-shaming the actor or questioning his suitability for a role that represents a national hero.
The situation escalated when reports surfaced—boosted by accounts like CineHub—suggesting that this negativity wasn’t organic. Allegations emerged that Instagram influencers were being paid to post negative reviews and mock Dhawan’s performance.
Reacting to these claims, Nidhi Dutta didn’t hold back. She wrote: “Congratulations to all the ANTI-NATIONALS who can pay to bring down an actor playing a PVC (Param Vir Chakra awardee) of this country. This is YOUR film, India! Hope audiences identify and shame these people.”
Dutta’s use of such a heavy term stems from the fact that Varun Dhawan is portraying a real-life war hero—Major Hoshiar Singh Dahiya, a recipient of the Param Vir Chakra. In Nidhi’s view, attacking an actor who is bringing the story of a national icon to life is not just a critique of cinema, but a sign of disrespect toward the armed forces and the stories the film aims to tell.
She emphasized that Border 2 was never intended to “break records” but to continue her father’s mission of honoring Indian soldiers. For her, the “dirty game” of paid trolling is an attempt to sabotage a project that belongs to the nation.
The producer’s “anti-national” label has divided the audience as many feel that the constant “cancel culture” and targeted hate campaigns in Bollywood have gone too far. They see Nidhi as a lone voice standing up for a colleague who is being bullied by hidden agendas. To know such latest updates tuned to tellyboosters.com Thank you!
