Filmmaker Nidhi Dutta recently opened up about her four-year-long IVF journey, expressing her hope that more women will speak openly about infertility and find strength through shared experiences. While trying to become a mother, Nidhi was also deeply involved in the making of her upcoming film Border 2. Jokingly, she said, “My child is bound to be filmy because they are arriving with a film.”
In an interview with India Today, Nidhi shared that she chose to speak about her experience to break the silence that still surrounds infertility in society. She pointed out that many are not even familiar with terms like TTC (Trying to Conceive). As she began to share her own journey, she discovered that many women around her had silently endured similar pain. This realization motivated her to speak out in the hope that it might encourage others to do the same.
IVF Journey: A Physical and Emotional Battle
Nidhi candidly discussed the challenges of undergoing IVF. While she received unwavering support from her husband and family, she emphasized that the process itself is something a woman must face largely on her own—both physically and emotionally. The hormonal changes and emotional rollercoaster make it a particularly trying time.
She also noted how many celebrities only open up about IVF after having a successful pregnancy, whereas the real strength is needed during the process. “We need to share experiences that empower women,” she said.
Shooting Border 2 During Pregnancy
Working on Border 2 during her pregnancy was a special experience for Nidhi. She recalled how actor Varun Dhawan and the rest of the team were amazed by her energy on set. While her husband was a little concerned, Nidhi placed trust in her body and remained in close contact with her doctor throughout.
“We Indian women understand our bodies well. When it’s time to work, that strength comes from within,” she said, smiling. “This film needed to be made—everyone’s been waiting for it.”
Speaking Out on Miscarriage
For the first time, the filmmaker also spoke about the miscarriage she suffered in 2021, shortly after her wedding. She became pregnant naturally but lost the baby in May that year, which left her emotionally shattered. However, it confirmed for both her and her husband that they truly wanted a child.
Then the journey began — naturally, IUI and IVF. But I know the feeling, the yearning, and the pain I went through in the last four years. Just seeing someone announce their pregnancy on social media would leave me distressed. I think for every woman dealing with infertility, what sets them apart is their strength never to give up.
“Even in my lowest low, I stood up and went to work. And I want to pass that hope and will to others now,” Dutta said.
Now, she hopes to pass on the strength she found. Nidhi said that every day, she’s moving forward step by step, praying for a better future. With a smile, she added, “All I wish now is that the world sees no more war or another wave of COVID.”
Nidhi Dutta’s much-anticipated film Border 2 is slated to release in cinemas on January 23, 2026, and excitement among fans is already building.
