Border 2 Creates Box Office History with Staggering ₹183.36 Crore in Five Days
The patriotic war drama Border 2 has stormed the box office, registering an incredible performance in its initial theatrical run. The film's momentum has been fueled by robust weekend growth and a massive Republic Day boost, propelling its collections to unprecedented heights.
Record-Breaking Republic Day Collections and Steady Growth
According to the latest figures, Border 2 collected an impressive ₹6.36 crore on Tuesday, taking its five-day domestic total to a monumental ₹183.36 crore. The film's journey began with its release in cinemas on January 23 (Friday), enjoying a phenomenal first weekend. Led by Sunny Deol and featuring a stellar cast including Ahan Shetty, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh, the movie witnessed steady growth on Saturday, followed by a sharper rise on Sunday.
The real fireworks, however, were reserved for Republic Day. Films releasing around national holidays typically benefit from increased footfall, and Border 2 not only lived up to those expectations but shattered them. The film posted a whopping ₹59 crore on Monday, January 24, and then delivered a historic performance on Republic Day itself.
Historic Republic Day Benchmark and Detailed Breakdown
In a press note, the makers announced that the movie's four-day domestic net box office collection (NBOC) stands at ₹193.48 crore. They highlighted the film's record-setting Day 4. "Marching ahead with unshakable momentum, ‘Border 2’ delivered a historic Day 4 performance on Republic Day, scripting a new benchmark for patriotic cinema at the box office. The film recorded a massive ₹63.59 CR NBOC, marking the biggest Republic Day box office collection, earning a total of ₹193.48 CR NBOC within just four days," the note stated.
A detailed day-wise breakdown provided by the producers reveals the film's powerful trajectory: ₹32.10 crore on its opening day, followed by ₹40.59 crore on Day 2, ₹57.20 crore on Day 3, and the record ₹63.59 crore on Republic Day (Day 4). This consistent upward climb underscores the film's strong word-of-mouth and audience appeal.
Mass Markets and Global Performance Drive Success
While metropolitan centres continued to show healthy momentum, industry tracker Sacnilk reports that the true driving force behind these numbers has been the mass screens and Tier-2 and Tier-3 markets. These regions recorded exceptional occupancies, with ‘Housefull’ boards making a strong comeback across several circuits, turning out to be the major contributors to the film's staggering total.
On the global stage, the success story continues. The war drama has crossed the prestigious ₹250 crore mark worldwide within just four days of its release, cementing its status as a blockbuster with international appeal.
Gulf Release Controversy and Production Details
Despite its roaring success, the film's journey has not been without controversy. Reports indicate that Border 2 failed to secure a theatrical release in six Gulf countries—Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This denial is reportedly linked to the film's alleged anti-Pakistan narrative. The makers are yet to issue an official response on this matter. This development marks Border 2 as the second Indian film in recent times, following Aditya Dhar’s "Dhurandhar", to be denied clearance in the Gulf region.
The film is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. The ensemble cast also features talented actors like Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh, and Medha Rana in pivotal roles, adding depth and diversity to the cinematic experience.
With its record-breaking collections, dominant performance in mass markets, and significant global haul, Border 2 has firmly established itself as a monumental success in Indian cinema, redefining box office expectations for patriotic narratives.
