Border 2 box office collection day 3: Sunny Deol’s sequel shatters Dhurandhar’s weekend records; storming into the ₹100 Cr club with a massive Sunday surge
Border 2 is a 2026 box office hit, earning ₹158.5 crore globally in three days. Led by Sunny Deol and Diljit Dosanjh, the sequel capitalises on Republic Day zeal and strong North Indian demand.
Last Updated: 09.19 AM, Jan 26, 2026
This Republic Day weekend, the long-awaited sequel to the 1997 cult classic Border—Border 2—dominated the domestic and international box office, marking a momentous event for the Indian film industry. The war drama broke records on its third day of release, riding on waves of nostalgia and patriotic zeal.
How much did Border 2 earn on its third day at the box office?
As per a report in Sacnilk, Sunday, January 25, marked a tremendous increase for Border 2 following its strong opening and consistent second day, during which it earned an estimated ₹66.50 crore in India nett. The film made around ₹54.5 crore in India nett on its third day across all languages, thanks to the power of the Republic Day holiday and extensive critical praise.
Thanks to this rise, the total net collection for the three days in India has reached an astounding ₹121 crore. The gross domestic collection currently stands at ₹142.5 crore. The film has also achieved success on a global scale, earning ₹16 crore from markets outside of India. Within the first 72 hours of its release, the total worldwide collection for Border 2 has hit ₹158.5 crore.
Which regions saw the highest theatre occupancy for Border 2?
Across the nation, the third-day occupancy rates were consistently high. Evening and nighttime screenings in key circuits such as Delhi-NCR, Punjab, and Mumbai had occupancy rates of more than 85%, up from an average of 55% for morning performances. Because Sunny Deol and Diljit Dosanjh had such a large fan base in the North Indian area, the film probably did better there than it did elsewhere.
The "Republic Day" element heavily influenced Sunday's collections. This year's national holiday falling on a Monday allowed the film to capitalise on its extended weekend. According to industry watchers, the film is now doing as well in the box office as some of the most successful action flicks in Indian film industry history.
Which actors make for the ensemble cast of Border 2?
Border 2 is directed by the renowned Anurag Singh, who is adept at directing elaborate historical and action stories. The film is a joint venture between J.P. Films (headed by JP Dutta) and T-Series (headed by Bhushan Kumar); therefore, it combines the emotional legacies of the original 1997 film with the technical excellence of today.
Both established actors and up-and-coming performers make up the ensemble cast. Sunny Deol's comeback, along with Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, completes the cast. Sonam Bajwa, Mona Singh, and Medha Rana play the female protagonists and supporting parts, respectively. The film's high-octane fight scenes and the actors' onscreen chemistry have people raving.
What are the future box office projections for Border 2?
Border 2 is anticipated to keep its momentum going on Monday, which is the public holiday of January 26. According to early trends for Day 4, the film is expected to maintain high occupancy levels, which might lead to its four-day total surpassing the ₹160 crore net milestone. Border 2 is presently on track to become one of the highest-grossing Indian films of 2026 if its current trend continues.
Border 2 FAQs:
Q: What is the day 3 box office collection of Border 2?
A: As of Sunday, January 25, 2026, Border 2 earned approximately ₹54.5 crore (India nett) across all languages. This represents a massive 49% growth from its Saturday collections, bringing its total 3-day India nett to ₹121 crore.
Q: Is Border 2 a hit or flop?
A: Based on its opening weekend, Border 2 is trending toward becoming a Blockbuster. It crossed the ₹100 crore mark in just three days and has outperformed the opening weekend of previous hits like Dhurandhar. With the Republic Day holiday on Monday, trade analysts predict a historic lifetime run.
Q: What is the total worldwide collection of Border 2 so far?
A: In its first 72 hours, Border 2 has grossed a total of ₹158.5 crore worldwide. This includes a domestic gross of ₹142.5 crore and an overseas contribution of approximately ₹16 crore.