Border 2 registers biggest opening of 2026
The war drama Border 2 has emerged as a box office juggernaut. On Day 3, the film crossed the ₹100 crore mark with ease. In fact, it has delivered the biggest opening for a tentpole release in 2026 so far. Audiences across the country turned up in large numbers over the weekend. As a result, the film showed strong growth from Friday to Sunday. Trade analysts now call it one of the fastest films to enter the ₹100 crore club this year.
Day-wise collections show strong upward trend
According to the latest figures from Sacnilk, Border 2 earned ₹50.83 crore on Sunday alone. Earlier, the film collected ₹30 crore on its opening day. On Saturday, the numbers jumped to ₹36.5 crore, signalling positive word of mouth. Therefore, the total box office collection now stands at ₹117.33 crore in three days. Moreover, with Republic Day falling on Monday, the film is expected to maintain momentum. Trade experts predict another strong spike due to the national holiday.
Star power drives audience turnout
The film features a powerful ensemble cast led by Sunny Deol, alongside Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. Their performances have resonated strongly with viewers. Notably, Sunny Deol’s screen presence has drawn widespread praise. Meanwhile, Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh have impressed audiences with restrained yet impactful performances. Consequently, single screens and multiplexes alike have reported high occupancy. The patriotic theme has further amplified audience interest during the Republic Day weekend.
About the film and early reception
Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 serves as a sequel to J.P. Dutta’s 1997 classic Border. The film revisits the 1971 India–Pakistan war, drawing from real-life events. Along with the lead cast, the film also stars Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh, and Medha Rana. Upon release, Border 2 opened to largely positive reviews. Critics praised its scale, emotional depth, and performances. Overall, the film’s strong opening signals a long and successful theatrical run.
