Border 2 Box Office Collection Day 6: Film Earns Rs 213 Crore in India, Eyes Rs 300 Crore Globally
The highly anticipated war drama Border 2, starring Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan, has completed six days of its theatrical run with impressive numbers. According to the latest box office reports, the film has earned a net collection of approximately Rs 213 crore in India, while its worldwide gross is approaching the Rs 300 crore mark based on early estimates.
Weekday Slowdown After Strong Opening Weekend
Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 was released during the extended Republic Day weekend, benefiting from the holiday period. The film started with a powerful opening, surpassing the first-day earnings of Aditya Dhar's blockbuster Dhurandhar, which starred Ranveer Singh. However, after a robust performance over the weekend, the film has experienced a noticeable decline in momentum during the weekdays.
On its sixth day, Border 2 collected around Rs 13 crore net in India, as reported by industry tracker Sacnilk. This addition brings the total domestic net collection to Rs 213 crore. The occupancy rates for day 6 varied throughout the day:
- Morning shows: 7.52% occupancy
- Afternoon shows: 17.27% occupancy
- Evening shows: 19.82% occupancy
- Night shows: Specific percentage not disclosed
Comparison with Competitors and Market Conditions
The release timing of Border 2 was strategically planned, as the wave of Dhurandhar had subsided, and another war film, Sriram Raghavan's Ikkis, was already losing shows due to poor performance. This relatively clear playing field allowed Border 2 to capture audience attention initially.
Despite the strong start, the film now faces the challenge of regaining its momentum. If it fails to post promising numbers by the end of the second weekend, it risks losing screen shows. Currently, Border 2 is being screened in over 6,200 shows across India, with more than 1,500 shows in the Delhi-NCR region alone.
Cast and Future Prospects
The film features an ensemble cast including Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Medha Rana, and Anya Singh. While the movie has garnered significant earnings, its ability to sustain box office success will depend on its performance in the coming days. Industry experts suggest that Border 2 needs to prove it is more than just a nostalgic venture by maintaining steady collections.
As the box office journey continues, all eyes are on whether Border 2 can achieve the coveted Rs 300 crore milestone worldwide and solidify its place among the year's top earners.
