Border 2, the much-anticipated war drama starring Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan, is navigating its fourth week at the box office with a noticeable slowdown but still drawing audiences in select regions. On day 21, which fell on a Thursday, the film collected an estimated ₹1.55 Cr gross in India, reflecting a typical weekday dip amid competition from newer releases and reduced theatre occupancy. This performance aligns with the ongoing trend of steady but diminishing daily earnings as the movie progresses deeper into its run.
Early estimates for day 22, the fourth Friday, indicate a collection of around ₹1.8 Cr gross in India, marking a roughly 16% increase from the previous day. This modest uptick can be attributed to the weekend effect, where Friday often sees a slight revival in footfalls, especially in urban centers and multiplexes. Theatre occupancy data from platforms like BookMyShow suggests average fillings of 10-15% in major cities during morning and afternoon shows, with evening slots performing better due to working crowds.
Overall, Border 2 has shown resilience, crossing key milestones like ₹300 Cr net in its third week, driven by strong initial buzz around its patriotic theme and star power. However, the trend points to a natural tapering off, with daily collections now in the low single digits. Factors such as positive word-of-mouth in mass belts and limited competition this week could help sustain it a bit longer.
Border 2 Day 22 Box Office Collection in India
| Day | Collection Indian gross | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 Jan 23 (1st Friday) | ₹35.76 Cr | – |
| Day 2 Jan 24 (1st Saturday) | ₹43.51 Cr | +21.67% |
| Day 3 Jan 25 (1st Sunday) | ₹64.96 Cr | +49.32% |
| Day 4 Jan 26 (1st Monday) | ₹66.75 Cr | +2.75% |
| Day 5 Jan 27 (1st Tuesday) | ₹21.46 Cr | -67.86% |
| Day 6 Jan 28 (1st Wednesday) | ₹17.88 Cr | -16.67% |
| Day 7 Jan 29 (1st Thursday) | ₹16.99 Cr | -5.00% |
| Day 8 Jan 30 (2nd Friday) | ₹14.30 Cr | -15.79% |
| Day 9 Jan 31 (2nd Saturday) | ₹19.07 Cr | +33.33% |
| Day 10 Feb 1 (2nd Sunday) | ₹23.84 Cr | +25.00% |
| Day 11 Feb 2 (2nd Monday) | ₹8.34 Cr | -65.00% |
| Day 12 Feb 3 (2nd Tuesday) | ₹5.96 Cr | -28.57% |
| Day 13 Feb 4 (2nd Wednesday) | ₹4.77 Cr | -20.00% |
| Day 14 Feb 5 (2nd Thursday) | ₹4.17 Cr | -12.50% |
| Day 15 Feb 6 (3rd Friday) | ₹3.40 Cr | -18.47% |
| Day 16 Feb 7 (3rd Saturday) | ₹6.26 Cr | +84.12% |
| Day 17 Feb 8 (3rd Sunday) | ₹8.64 Cr | +38.02% |
| Day 18 Feb 9 (3rd Monday) | ₹2.20 Cr | -74.54% |
| Day 19 Feb 10 (3rd Tuesday) | ₹2.98 Cr | +35.45% |
| Day 20 Feb 11 (3rd Wednesday) | ₹2.09 Cr | -29.87% |
| Day 21 Feb 12 (3rd Thursday) | ₹1.55 Cr | -25.84% |
| Day 22 Feb 13 (4th Friday) | ₹1.79 Cr (early estimates) | +15.48% |
Summary
22 Days India Net Collection ₹318.50 Cr
22 Days India Gross Collection ₹379.50 Cr
22 Days Overseas Collection ₹55.00 Cr
22 Days Worldwide Collection ₹434.50 Cr
Budget ₹275.00 Cr
About Border 2 and Future Prediction
Border 2 is a Hindi-language war film directed by Anurag Singh, serving as a sequel to the 1997 classic Border. Set against the backdrop of the 1971 Indo-Pak war, it focuses on multi-front battles involving the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. The ensemble cast includes Sunny Deol reprising a leadership role, alongside Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty in key portrayals of real-life heroes. Produced by T-Series and J.P. Films, the movie emphasizes themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and unity, with intense action sequences and emotional depth that resonate with audiences.
The film opened to mixed reviews, praising its grand scale and performances, particularly Sunny Deol’s commanding presence and the fresh energy from younger actors. However, some critics noted pacing issues in the second half. Despite this, it benefited from the Republic Day release, drawing large crowds initially in North India and mass circuits. Box office-wise, it has performed solidly, recovering its budget and entering profit territory, though it hasn’t matched the explosive runs of some recent blockbusters.
Looking ahead, Border 2 is expected to wrap up its theatrical run with a lifetime India net collection around ₹350-370 Cr, depending on how it holds in the coming weeks. With minimal competition and sustained interest in rural areas, it could push towards ₹400 Cr worldwide if overseas markets stabilize. Overall, it’s poised to be classified as a hit, reinforcing Sunny Deol’s comeback streak in action-oriented roles.
Disclaimer:
- Box office figures in this article are independently estimated by Tenvow based on an internal tracking methodology that evaluates theatre occupancy trends, distributor feedback, and regional trade indicators.
- The data reflects industry estimates available at the time of publication and may vary slightly from officially reported or audited figures released later.
- These figures should be considered preliminary and indicative, not official confirmations.
- Tenvow does not guarantee absolute accuracy of the data and presents it solely for informational purposes.
- All financial figures are stated in Indian Rupees (INR) and represented in crores, unless specified otherwise.
- All dates and times mentioned follow Indian Standard Time (IST) (UTC +5:30).
