Sunny Deol’s war drama Border 2 has officially entered the ₹300 crore club in India, collecting ₹301.50 crore net by Day 16. Despite weekday slowdowns, the film surged on its third Saturday with ₹4.25 crore, cementing its place as one of 2026’s biggest blockbusters and aiming for ₹450 crore worldwide.
Key Highlights
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Historic Milestone: Border 2 crossed the ₹300 crore mark in India on its 16th day, with net collections reaching ₹301.50 crore, according to industry tracker Sacnilk.
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Day 16 Performance: The film earned ₹4.25 crore on its third Saturday, showing a 49% jump from Day 15, proving strong weekend momentum despite mid-week slowdowns.
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Star Power: Led by Sunny Deol, the film also features Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, combining veteran charisma with youthful energy.
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Comparative Standing: Border 2 has surpassed the lifetime collections of films like War 2 and Raid 2, but still trails behind Padmaavat (₹302.15 crore), Saiyaara (₹329 crore), and Bajrangi Bhaijaan (₹320.34 crore).
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Global Ambition: The film is eyeing the ₹450 crore worldwide mark, positioning itself as one of the defining hits of 2026.
Why It Matters
Border 2’s success highlights the enduring appeal of patriotic war dramas in Indian cinema. Sunny Deol, at 68, has delivered another massive hit just two years after Gadar 2, reinforcing his box office dominance. The film’s performance also underscores the strength of Hindi-speaking markets like Delhi NCR, Mumbai, and Ahmedabad, which continue to drive blockbuster revenues.
Sources: Firstpost, Mint, Hindustan Times, Sacnilk, The Economic Times