 "A still from ‘Border 2’")
Border 2, the highly anticipated war drama starring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, continued its strong box office performance on Day 3, riding the momentum of the extended Republic Day weekend.
According to early estimates shared by trade analysts and box office trackers, Border 2 has minted approximately Rs. 167 crore worldwide over its first three days in theatres. In the domestic market, the film has made almost Rs. 130 crore, reinforcing its position among the biggest openings for a Hindi release this year.
Strong Republic Day weekend
Released on January 23, 2026, Border 2 has benefited from the Republic Day weekend holiday in India, with occupancy rates particularly high on Saturday and Sunday. The film’s patriotic theme, ensemble cast and emotional resonance have driven steady footfalls across multiplexes and single screens alike.
Domestic collections on Day 3 alone were at around Rs. 57 crore, helping push the India total close to the Rs. 130 crore mark. Overseas markets also made a healthy contribution to the worldwide tally, reflecting Border 2’s appeal among the Indian diaspora and international audiences interested in large-scale war dramas.
Here’s the breakup:
- Day 1 – Rs. 32.10 CR NBOC
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Day 2
– Rs. 40.59 CR NBOC
- Day 3 – Rs. 57.20 CR NBOC
Total – Rs. 129.89 CR NBOC
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View AllHow It compares with other releases, especially Dhurandhar
Border 2 has emerged as one of the standout box office performers so far in 2026, especially when compared with other January releases. Films that opened earlier in the month have posted more modest numbers, while Border 2’s extended weekend run has put it in a stronger commercial position.
When compared the biggest film from last year, Dhurandhar, Border 2 seems to have beaten it as well. According to Sacnilk, Border 2 registered occupancy of 31.46% during the morning shows on day 3. The official Day 3 numbers of the film is also much higher than Dhurandhar, which collected Rs 44.80 crore on Day 3.
It now needs to be seen how the film performs on Republic Day Monday, traditionally a strong day for theatrical revenue in India. Continued momentum could see the film approach or surpass key weekend milestones and establish itself as one of the early major hits of 2026.
Why Border 2 Is resonating
The sequel to the 1997 blockbuster Border carries forward its predecessor’s legacy with large-scale war sequences, an ensemble cast and emotional storytelling. Its release during a national holiday period has amplified public interest, particularly among audiences seeking big-screen, performance-driven cinema.