MUMBAI: Actor Varun Dhawan will be seen in a completely fresh avatar in his next, "Border 2". However, in order to do justice to playing the role inspired by the real-life war hero, Colonel Hoshiar Singh Dahiya, he had to undergo some intense training that included strength training, endurance work, and mobility.
Talking about his role, Varun revealed that even playing a soldier on screen required a certain level of physical and mental discipline.
He added that things got even more interesting as they were shooting in real locations, something that helped him put himself in the mindset of a soldier.
"Border 2 demanded a different level of physical and mental discipline, especially since we were shooting at real locations like Babina, and such situations really put you in the mindset of a soldier. You’re out there all day, often in tough conditions, so fitness becomes less about looking a certain way and more about stamina and recovery, " explained Varun.