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Border 2 Day 8: Sunny Deol Starrer Set to Cross 250 Crore on Day 9; Beating Dangal's All-Time Record

The resurgence of the Indian war epic is officially here. Border 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 1997 cult classic, has shown extraordinary strength at the box office during its second weekend. On its Day 8 (2nd Friday), the film collected a solid ₹10.75 Crore, bringing its total India Net collection to ₹235.00 Crore. With a massive Saturday growth expected, the film is on track to cross the prestigious ₹250 Crore mark on its Day 9, effectively entering the elite list of the fastest Indian films to reach this milestone. By hitting the ₹250 Crore mark on Day 9, Border 2 will officially outperform Aamir Khan's Dangal, which took 10 days to reach the same figure. It also matches the pace of recent blockbusters like Dhurandhar and Chhaava, which both achieved the feat in 9 days. This trajectory confirms that the film isn't just relying on nostalgia but is being driven by strong word-of-mouth and a massive repeat audience across both urban centers and mass belts. Globally, the film's performance is equally dominant. As of the end of its 8th day, Border 2 has amassed a Worldwide Collection of ₹323.00 Crore. The overseas market has contributed a steady ₹41.75 Crore, while the total India Gross collection stands at ₹281.25 Crore. Despite facing competition from long-running hits like Dhurandhar, the Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan starrer has maintained a high screen count, proving that the patriotic genre remains the biggest draw for the Indian audience. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Strategically, the film's ability to hold double-digit numbers on its second Friday is a clear indicator of a Super Hit or Blockbuster status in the making.If the current momentum continues through the second Sunday, Border 2 will likely eye the ₹400 Crore club within its third week, challenging the lifetime collections of several top-tier Bollywood films. Below is the updated ranking of the fastest Indian films to reach the ₹250 Crore India Net milestone, showcasing where Border 2 stands in the history of Indian cinema: Fastest Movies to Reach ₹250 Crore (India Net)SNMOVIE NAMEDAYS TAKEN1Pushpa: The Rule - Part 24 Days2Jawan4 Days3Pathaan5 Days4Animal5 Days5Gadar 26 Days6Stree 26 Days7KGF Chapter 27 Days8Baahubali 2 The Conclusion8 Days9Border 29 Days*10Dhurandhar9 Days11Dangal10 Days The Sunny Deol Wave shows no signs of receding. With no major releases scheduled for the next week, Border 2 has a clear runway to maximize its theatrical earnings. The film's success further solidifies the trend of Mass Cinema dominating the 2026 box office, following the path set by Dhurandhar

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2 days ago

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Border 2 Box Office (Worldwide): Sunny Deol's Film Surpasses 300+ Crore In The First Week, But Falls Short of Gadar 2

Mumbai, January 30 – Sunny Deol's war drama Border 2 has crossed the 300-crore gross mark at the worldwide box office within its first week, emerging as the actor's second film after Gadar 2 to achieve the feat. The Anurag Singh directorial also becomes the first 300-crore worldwide grosser for Varun Dhawan as well as for the director. Released amid massive expectations, Border 2 opened on a solid note and went on to explode during the Republic Day extended weekend, grossing approximately 250 crore worldwide in its first four days. The film showed an encouraging hold on Tuesday, but collections dipped more than expected on Wednesday, followed by a routine drop on Thursday, taking the first-week total close to 310 crore gross. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) At the domestic box office, the blockbuster sequel has grossed around 268+ crore (224+ crore net) in India. Overseas markets have contributed approximately 41 crore, pushing the total worldwide cume to about 309 crore gross in seven days. While these numbers are undeniably strong, they fall slightly short of the sky-high trade expectations initially associated with the film. After the explosive opening weekend, Border 2 appeared poised for a historic run similar to Gadar 2. However, the sharper-than-anticipated weekday drop has somewhat tempered those prospects. For comparison, Gadar 2 had grossed close to 370 crore worldwide in its first week and went on to finish with an extraordinary lifetime total of nearly 700 crore. The second weekend will be crucial in determining Border 2's long-term box office trajectory. That said, the absence of major competing releases, even though Rani Mukerji's Mardaani 3 released today, should allow the film to sustain steady collections over the next couple of weeks. At present, the film is trending toward a 500 crore worldwide lifetime finish, which would still be solid overall. Stay tuned...

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2 days ago

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Border 2 Box Office Footfalls: Crossing 1 Crore Admissions; Can it Reach the Original Border's 3.7 Crore?

While box office collections are often inflated by rising ticket prices, the true measure of a film's impact is its Footfalls (theatrical admissions). Bollywood has a long-standing love affair with Army Films, but only a few have managed to mobilize the masses in crore-plus numbers. With Sunny Deol's Border 2 currently storming the box office, it has officially entered the elite club of war films with over 1 crore admissions in just its first week. However, the path to the original 1997 Border’s legendary record is still a mountain to climb. Even after 29 years, J.P. Dutta's Border remains the gold standard for war cinema in India. With a staggering 3.70 crore footfalls, it attracted nearly double the audience of modern-day blockbusters like Uri: The Surgical Strike. In an era where a 2-crore footfall is considered a massive success, Border's reach across single screens and rural India remains an untouchable benchmark. Bollywood's Army Films: Theatrical Footfalls Comparison MOVIE NAME (YEAR) THEATRICAL FOOTFALLS BOX OFFICE STATUS Border (1997) 3.71 Crore All-Time Blockbuster Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019) 1.82 Crore All-Time Blockbuster Border 2 (2026) 1.15 Crore* Trending Blockbuster Lakshya (2004) 78.4 Lakhs Average (Cult Classic) LOC Kargil (2003) 48.0 Lakhs FLop Sam Bahadur (2023) 47.0 Lakhs Hit Ikkis (2026) 14.2 Lakhs Flop 120 Bahadur (2025) 9.0 Lakhs Flop Paltan (2018) 7.3 Lakhs Flop (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Border 2 is currently trending at an exceptional pace. While it has already dwarfed the footfalls of viusally impressive biopics like Vicky Kaushal's Sam Bahadur (47 Lakhs) and the recently released 120 Bahadur (9 Lakhs), it is now chasing the 1.82 crore mark set by Uri. The reason for this massive disparity in footfalls highlights the sheer difference in market scale between urban biopics and mass-market entertainers. While Sam Bahadur was a highly successful and efficient hit, finishing its global run at ₹130.3 Cr, Border 2 has operated on an entirely different level of market penetration. By amassing ₹309 Cr globally and clocking 1.15 crore admissions in just 8 days, the Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan starrer has already eclipsed the lifetime reach of urban-centric hits. This trend proves that while multiplex-heavy films like Sam Bahadur have a solid loyal base, the patriotic mass-sentiment of the Indian heartland offers a significantly higher box office ceiling, catapulting Border 2 into the elite tier of Indian cinema. War Movie Hall of Fame: Footfall Milestones 1. The 3-Crore Club: Border (1997) (Only war film to ever cross this milestone in India) 2. The 1.5-Crore Club: Uri (2019) (Defined the modern era of war films with high repeat value) 3. The Fast-Track 1-Crore: Border 2 (2026) (Fastest war movie sequel to reach 1.15 Crore admissions) 4. OTT Impact: Shershaah & Pippa (Bypassed theaters; was reported as the most-watched Indian film on Amazon Prime Video in India at the time of its release) With no major competition for the next week, Border 2 is expected to comfortably cross the 1.5 crore footfall mark by its second weekend. While matching the monumental 3.7 crore footfall mark of the original Border remains a daunting task in the modern era of shorter theatrical windows, the current momentum suggests we shouldn't rule anything out just yet. For now, Border 2 is almost certain to challenge Uri: The Surgical Strike for the #2 spot on the all-time list of war films. Whether it can go the full distance to claim the absolute #1 spot is a wait and watch scenario for the trade. However, the data proves one thing clearly: the Indian audience will always show up in crores for a war story that perfectly blends high-stakes emotion, grounded action, and the right Mass treatment

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2 days ago

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Border 2 Box Office: Varun Dhawan Scores Career-Best Collection; Surpasses Dilwale to Hit New Milestone

The massive theatrical run of Border 2 has not only benefited Sunny Deol but has also rewritten the career records for Varun Dhawan. Within just six days of its release, the war drama has surpassed the lifetime collections of Dilwale (₹148.72 Cr) to become the highest-grossing film for the actor. Varun Dhawan, who portrays the real-life hero Major Hoshiar Singh Dahiya, has entered the Double Century (₹200 Crore) club for the first time with this film. While his previous hits like Judwaa 2 and Badrinath Ki Dulhania showcased his pull in the rom-com and masala genres, Border 2 establishes his success in the high-octane patriotic action space. With Border 2 recording an India net collection of ₹213.00 crore in 6 days (and trending towards much higher), the actor's top 5 list has undergone a significant shift. The film has displaced long-standing leaders like Judwaa 2 and ABCD 2, marking a new peak in his 14-year career. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Varun Dhawan: Top 5 Highest Grossing Movies (India Net) RANK MOVIE NAME INDIA NET COLLECTION VERDICT 1 Border 2 (2026) ₹ 213.00 Cr (6 Days) Blockbuster 2 Dilwale (2015) ₹ 148.72 Cr Super Hit 3 Judwaa 2 (2017) ₹ 138.61 Cr Super Hit 4 Badrinath Ki Dulhania (2017) ₹ 117.89 Cr Super Hit 5 ABCD 2 (2015) ₹ 106.12 Cr Super Hit The success of Border 2 is particularly significant as it ends a dry spell for the actor in the ₹100-crore category. The film also holds the record for Varun Dhawan’s highest opening day (₹30 Cr) and highest single-day collection (₹59 Cr on Republic Day). Varun Dhawan: Milestone Career Hits First ₹100 Cr Hit: ABCD 2 (2015) Highest Solo Lead (Pre-2026): Judwaa 2 (₹138.61 Cr) First ₹200 Cr Hit: Border 2 (Achieved in 5 Days) Career Best Domestic Net: Border 2 (₹213 Cr & Counting)

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4 days ago

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Border 2 Box Office: Sunny Deol's War Drama Tops 200 Crore Net After Superb Tuesday Hold

Mumbai, January 28 - Sunny Deol's war drama Border 2 continues its superb run at the box office, scoring a strong hold on Tuesday. After a very good extended Republic Day weekend, the film displayed a fantastic hold on Tuesday, collecting approximately 20 crore net, a remarkable feat on a working day. With this solid Tuesday performance, Border 2 has taken its 5-day total India net collection to 200 crore, becoming the first Indian film of 2026 to do so. The film's sustained momentum post-holiday underlines strong word of mouth, mass appeal, and Sunny Deol's unmatched pull in patriotic action dramas. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Border 2 marks Sunny Deol's second 200 crores net gross, after Gadar 2, which is one of the biggest Hindi grossers with over 500 crores net. For Varun Dhawan, the blockbuster sequel opened his account in the double century club, and so is for director Anurag Singh. On the global front, Border 2 is firing on all cylinders. The film has topped 277 crore worldwide gross mark, driven by massive domestic business and good overseas contributions. There is Rani Mukerji's Mardaani 3 releasing this week, which will take away some screens, but Border 2 is expected to remain the top choice in the coming days. Border 2 has already become Sunny Deol's second-highest-grossing film of all time, trailing only Gadar 2. The film's extraordinary acceptance across single screens and mass belts has been the key driver behind its solid run, while multiplexes have also shown strong occupancy during evening and night shows. With the crucial second weekend ahead, Border 2 is expected to register another big jump. Stay tuned...

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7 days ago

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Border 2 Box Office: Sunny Deol starrer set to enter 100 Crore Club today; Nets Rs 65.5 crore in two days

Sunny Deol's much-anticipated war drama, Border 2, has hit the ground running at the box office, showing a strong upward trend over its first two days. After a powerful opening, the film registered a fantastic 21.67% growth on its first Saturday, strengthening its overall trajectory. Sunday, as it is all set to hit the ₹100 crore milestone, emerging as the first Hindi film of 2026 to enter the prestigious ₹100 crore club. The film's performance in mass circuits has been extraordinary, with several single screens and multiplexes reporting capacity issues due to the heavy rush. While urban centers gained significant momentum post-noon on Friday, they recorded far stronger footfalls on Saturday. Interestingly, the Mumbai city-suburbs—a major territory for the film business—showed an ordinary response on Friday but witnessed solid gains on Saturday as families and mass audiences turned up in large numbers. With the Republic Day holiday on Monday, Border 2 is positioned to deliver a massive opening weekend performance. Trade experts are forecasting a 4-day extended weekend in the range of ₹ 180 crore, with both Sunday and Monday expected to record peak occupancy across the country. Mass circuits continue to perform extraordinarily well, with several theaters reporting capacity issues. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   Border 2 - Box Office Collection Details (2 Days)METRICCOLLECTION / DATAIndia Net Collection₹ 66.50 CrIndia Gross Collection₹ 79.75 CrOverseas Collection₹ 16 CrWorldwide Collection₹ 95.75 CrTotal Footfalls (Estimated)29 lakh Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 serves as a high-octane standalone sequel to the 1997 cult classic directed by J.P. Dutta.Sunny Deol returns to lead the charge as Lt. Col. Fateh Singh Kaler, joined by an ensemble cast featuring Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty.Set against the historic backdrop of the 1971 India-Pakistan war, the film expands the franchise's scope by depicting the coordinated efforts of the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.Produced by Bhushan Kumar and Nidhi Dutta, the production reportedly consulted military advisors to maintain technical authenticity while reimagining iconic musical elements, including the legendary track Sandese Aate Hain as Ghar Kab Aoge. The massive scale of the film, coupled with its release on the patriotic Republic Day weekend, has played a pivotal role in its record-breaking advance bookings and dominant box office start.

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7 days ago

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Border 2 Box Office Collection Day 1: Sunny Deol's War Sequel Shatters Records with ₹43.50 Cr Worldwide Opening

The long-awaited sequel to India's most iconic war saga has finally arrived, and its box office performance is nothing short of historic. Border 2 made a thunderous debut on its opening Friday, tapping into a massive wave of nostalgia and patriotic fervor across the country. On its first day, the Sunny Deol-starrer recorded a sensational ₹30.00 crore net collection in India, instantly becoming one of the biggest openers of the year. The film witnessed extraordinary occupancy in mass circuits and single screens, proving that the legacy of the 1997 classic remains as powerful as ever. The film's domestic dominance was further highlighted by its gross figures, as it raked in an impressive ₹36.00 crore India gross within just 24 hours. This massive surge was not limited to the domestic market; the global Indian diaspora also turned up in huge numbers, resulting in an overseas collection of ₹7.50 crore. When aggregated, the total worldwide opening day collection stands at a staggering ₹43.50 crore. As the first major big-budget release of the year, these numbers set an incredibly high bar for all upcoming 2026 films, establishing Border 2 as the definitive theatrical event of the season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   For historical perspective, the 1997 original was produced on a budget of ₹10 crore and debuted with an opening day collection of ₹1.10 crore. The film eventually earned a lifetime India net of ₹39.30 crore and a worldwide gross of ₹64.98 crore, including ₹2.38 crore from overseas markets. Declared an ALL-Time Blockbuster,its performance established the foundation for this franchise, with its India gross of ₹62.60 crore remaining a notable milestone in the genre for the 29 years leading up to this sequel. The impact of this massive opening is being felt nationwide, as the film's significant screen count has revitalized the theatrical circuit for the new year. Early reports from cinema halls indicate a strong turnout from both family audiences, driven by the nostalgia of the original 1997 classic, and younger viewers attracted to the high-octane modern action sequences. With Republic Day falling on Monday, Border 2 is perfectly positioned to capitalize on a lucrative four-day long weekend. Given the strong advance booking trends, the film is poised for substantial growth through Saturday and Sunday, with a massive collection peak expected on the Monday national holiday. For the unversed Border 2 Directed by Anurag Singh, features Sunny Deol returning to the franchise in a central role, joined by an ensemble cast that includes Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. The film is a joint production between Bhushan Kumar's T-Series and J.P. Dutta's JP Films, ensuring a blend of modern scale with the legacy of the original. Set once again against the backdrop of the 1971 Indo-Pak war, the plot is reported to provide a broader perspective of the conflict than its predecessor. While the 1997 film focused primarily on the ground battle at Longewala, the sequel aims to showcase the coordinated efforts across different wings of the Indian Armed Forces, focusing on the tactical heroism and personal sacrifices that defined the historical events of 1971.

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8 days ago

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Border 2 Box Office: Scores Second Biggest Opening For Sunny Deol and Biggest For Varun Dhawan

Mumbai, January 24 – The much-awaited war drama Border 2 has taken a strong start at the domestic box office, collecting approximately 30 crore net on its opening day. This marks the second-biggest opening of Sunny Deol’s career, after Gadar 2, which had registered 40 crore net in 2023. Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 has delivered the biggest opening for a Bollywood film since Chhaava, which had opened at 31 crore net last year. At one point, the sequel looked set to surpass the Vicky Kaushal starrer, but a slightly weaker performance in multiplexes compared to mass belts prevented it from doing so. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Nevertheless, the opening remains solid considering it was a non-holiday working day. With positive word of mouth coming in, the film is well placed for a strong extended Republic Day weekend. Steady growth over the next two days, followed by a big national holiday boost, is expected to push the opening weekend collections close to 150 crore net. Meanwhile, Border 2 has also delivered the biggest opening of Varun Dhawan's career, comfortably surpassing his previous releases by a wide margin. The film has additionally recorded career-best openings for Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, along with the leading female cast, making it a significant milestone for the entire ensemble. Stay tuned...

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9 days ago

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Border 2: Read Early Reviews Before You Watch; Critics Hail Outstanding War Epic as Day 1 Advance Booking Hits ₹12.5 Crore

The highly anticipated sequel Border 2, directed by Anurag Singh, has generated significant momentum following early screenings and the commencement of advance bookings. Positioned as a direct successor to the 1971 war-themed cult classic, the film is being recognized for its scale, emotional depth, and its attempt to honor the legacy of the original while modernizing the action for a new generation. Film critic and trade analyst Taran Adarsh has labeled the film outstanding, awarding it a 4.5-star rating. Adarsh noted that the film is a powerful, patriotic spectacle that makes your heart swell with pride. He highlighted director Anurag Singh's ability to balance grand-scale spectacle with sincerity, particularly praising the breathtaking war sequences and sharp dialogues. Adarsh further emphasized that Sunny Deol remains the beating heart of the film, present from the first sequence to the end, while noting that Varun Dhawan provides a big surprise with his intensity and Diljit Dosanjh delivers a terrific performance with strong comic timing. General reception from early viewers echoes these sentiments, with many describing the film as a masterclass in patriotic filmmaking. The narrative is being praised for its focus on valor, sacrifice, and brotherhood, successfully avoiding jingoism despite its high-octane patriotic themes. Reviewers have pointed out that the second half of the film transforms into a relentless battlefield experience, culminating in a climax that is being described as pure goosebumps and deeply emotional. While the screenplay and performances received near-unanimous praise, some viewers noted minor technical inconsistencies in the VFX and CGI, though they maintained that the tight screenplay largely overshadowed these flaws. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The musical score has also been identified as a major highlight. The inclusion of recreated iconic tracks from the first installment, combined with new compositions and background scores, is said to amplify the on-screen impact. Performances by the supporting cast, including Ahan Shetty and the leading ladies Medha Rana, Mona Singh, and Sonam Bajwa, have also been noted for making a distinct impact on the narrative. Commercially, the film is showing strong pre-release traction. According to advance booking data, Border 2 has already secured an All-India gross of ₹12.5 crore for its opening day. This figure is driven by the sale of 409,117 tickets across 16,221 shows. The Hindi 2D format is the primary contributor, accounting for approximately ₹12.45 crore of the total. When accounting for blocked seats, the total advance booking figure rises to ₹17.5 crore, signaling a robust start for the war epic at the domestic box office.

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9 days ago

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Border 2 Makes History: Sunny Deol's War Epic Surpasses Dhurandhar in BookMyShow Pre-Sales Ahead of Massive Release

The Indian box office is witnessing a monumental surge as Border 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 1997 cult classic, has officially overtaken the final pre-sales figures of the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar. Just 24 hours before its worldwide theatrical release on January 23, 2026, Border 2 has already breached the 224,000 ticket mark on the BookMyShow platform. This achievement marks a significant shift in momentum, proving that the combination of Sunny Deol's iconic Tara Singh energy and a high-stakes war narrative remains an unbeatable draw for Indian audiences across generations. Industry trackers indicate that the ticket sales velocity for Border 2 has reached an incredible pace of nearly 50 tickets sold per minute in its final leg of advance bookings. With a substantial runtime of 3 hours and 16 minutes, the film is set to dominate both multiplexes and single screens across the country. This dominance is further supported by a massive domestic rollout across 5,500+ screens, marking one of the widest releases for a Sunny Deol film in history. Combined with a robust 1,500-screen presence in international markets, the film's footprint is truly global, with distributors reportedly seeing housefull boards for early morning shows across North India. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({})   The timing of the release is being hailed as a masterstroke by trade analysts. With the film arriving this Friday, it is perfectly positioned to benefit from a 4-day extended Republic Day holiday weekend. Experts are already predicting an opening day collection that could challenge the ₹35 crore mark, with the total four-day weekend collections expected to soar past the ₹125 crore milestone. This strong start positions Border 2 as not just a successful sequel, but potentially one of the highest-grossing films in the history of Indian cinema. The comparison with Dhurandhar is particularly notable, as the Ranveer Singh-starrer was the previous benchmark for spy-action pre-sales in late 2025. By surpassing its ticket sales count before the first show even begins, Border 2 has entered an elite category of blockbusters. Much of this success is attributed to the nostalgia surrounding the original film, paired with a high-octane marketing campaign and an ensemble cast featuring Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty.

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10 days ago

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After Dhurandhar, Sunny Deol's Border 2 Gets Banned In Gulf Countries

Mumbai, January 22 - Sunny Deol's much-anticipated war drama Border 2 is all set for a storming debut at the domestic box office, but has reportedly hit a roadblock in overseas markets as the film has reportedly been blocked from getting released in Gulf countries, just like recently released Dhurandhar. According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, the film will not get a theatrical release in Gulf countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain. The report states that distributors attempted to secure clearances for the film in these territories, despite knowing it was unlikely to make it due to its anti-Pakistan content. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) This development closely mirrors what happened with Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar, which was also barred from release in Gulf nations recently. The ban significantly impacted Dhurandhar's overseas box office prospects despite the robust numbers, and Border 2 is now expected to face a similar limitation in international revenue. Despite the Gulf ban, Border 2 is gearing up for a massive domestic release in India, where it is expected to dominate the Republic Day weekend with a wide release across more than 5,000 screens nationwide. Directed by Anurag Singh, the movie is the sequel to 1997's Border, which is hailed as one of the greatest Indian war films ever. Also starring Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh, and Medha Rana in pivotal roles, Border 2 is scheduled to release on January 23. Stay tuned...

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10 days ago

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Border 2: Sunny Deol's War Epic Cleared With Zero Cuts; Massive 3-Hour 16-Minute Runtime Confirmed

The anticipation for Sunny Deol's return as the face of Indian war cinema has reached a new milestone.The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has officially cleared Border 2 with a UA 13+ certificate and, notably, zero cuts. This is a significant win for director Anurag Singh, as it ensures that the raw intensity and the sprawling narrative of the sequel remain entirely intact for the audience. With the certification finalized, the film is now legally cleared for its grand Republic Day weekend release on January 23, 2026. One of the most talked-about aspects of the certification is the film's official runtime, which has been locked at 3 hours and 16 minutes. This massive duration reflects the ambitious scale of the sequel, which is being marketed as India's biggest multi-front war epic. Unlike the 1997 original, Border 2 is reported to cover ground, air, and sea operations—including high-octane sequences involving the INS Vikrant. The extended runtime is necessary to accommodate the massive ensemble cast, which features Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty alongside Sunny Deol. With a 4-day extended weekend ahead and the iconic Sandese Aate Hai nostalgia fueling the buzz, Border 2 is positioned to challenge the historic opening day benchmarks set by Gadar 2. Current projections suggest an opening day net in the range of ₹35–40 Crore, which would solidify its status as a historical cinematic event. As the clock ticks down to January 23, the combination of a U/A rating and a mammoth runtime has set the stage for a total theatrical monopoly.