Bollywood’s much-awaited war drama Border 2, starring Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan in the lead roles, has opened to an encouraging response at the box office. Released on January 23 as a Republic Day special weekend attraction, the film has struck a strong emotional chord with audiences, resulting in highly positive word of mouth across the country.
The real momentum for Border 2 came on Day 2 (Saturday), when the film witnessed a huge jump in collections. As per early trade estimates, the film has reportedly collected around ₹38–40 crore on Saturday alone, marking an excellent growth compared to its opening day. Such a sharp rise clearly indicates growing audience interest, driven by strong reviews, patriotic appeal, and solid on-ground buzz.
Trade analysts report that the film has performed exceptionally well across all territories, including major metros and big cities, while also registering impressive numbers in mass belts. Multiplexes saw a notable spike in occupancy, especially during evening and night shows, while single screens recorded packed houses in several centers. The combination of a festive weekend and positive audience reception has worked heavily in the film’s favor.
Sunny Deol’s powerful screen presence, backed by the nostalgic recall of the original Border, has resonated strongly with older audiences, while Varun Dhawan’s performance has helped the film connect with younger viewers. The film’s patriotic theme, action sequences, and emotional depth have further strengthened its box-office pull during the holiday period.
With Saturday’s strong growth, trade experts believe the film is set to enter “riot mode” on Sunday and Monday, the latter being Republic Day, a national holiday. Early projections suggest that Border 2 could cross ₹50 crore on each of these days, which would be a massive achievement for the film.
If current trends hold steady, Border 2 is heading towards a fantastic ₹170 crore-plus four-day extended weekend, firmly establishing itself as one of the biggest Republic Day releases in recent times. With momentum clearly on its side, all eyes are now on how far this patriotic blockbuster can go in the coming days.
