Updated On: 23 January, 2026 01:41 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Moviegoers expecting the Dhurandhar 2 teaser with Border 2 instead saw the trailer of Anubhav Sinha’s Assi. Director Aditya Dhar clarified the teaser was never planned with Border 2 and will release separately soon

Posters of Border 2, Dhurandhar 2 and Assi
Moviegoers who stepped into theatres to watch Border 2 were in for an unexpected surprise. Instead of the much-anticipated teaser of Dhurandhar 2, cinemas showcased the trailer of Assi, filmmaker Anubhav Sinha’s upcoming film starring Taapsee Pannu. The switch sparked confusion and chatter among fans, especially those who had expected Border 2 to serve as the launch platform for the sequel’s teaser.
Putting all speculation to rest, Dhurandhar 2 director Aditya Dhar clarified that the teaser was never meant to be attached to Border 2. Taking to social media, Dhar confirmed that the teaser for the film will be released separately and will arrive in the coming days. While he did not reveal an exact date, his message reassured fans that the promotional rollout for the film is very much on track.