Hey Bollywood box-office warriors—Henry Thompson here, your 10-year trade tracker from Mumbai screens to global grosses. Border 2, the much-awaited sequel to the 1997 patriotic blockbuster, hit theatres on January 23, 2026 (Friday) and has taken an explosive start! Directed by J.P. Dutta, the film stars Sunny Deol, Suniel Shetty, Ajay Devgn, Diljit Dosanjh, Sanjay Dutt, and a powerhouse ensemble. Let’s dive into the latest box office numbers, day-wise collections, worldwide gross, and early verdict.
Border 2 Day-Wise Box Office Collection (India Net)
| Day | Date | India Net Collection | Change (%) | Total Collection (India Net) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Jan 23, 2026 (Fri) | ₹ 48.50 Cr | — | ₹ 48.50 Cr |
| Day 2 | Jan 24, 2026 (Sat) | ₹ 62.80 Cr | +29.5% | ₹ 111.30 Cr |
| Day 3 | Jan 25, 2026 (Sun) | ₹ 78.20 Cr | +24.5% | ₹ 189.50 Cr |
| Day 4 | Jan 26, 2026 (Mon) | ₹ 38.40 Cr | -50.9% | ₹ 227.90 Cr |
| Day 5 | Jan 27, 2026 (Tue) | ₹ 35.10 Cr | -8.6% | ₹ 263.00 Cr |
| Day 6 | Jan 28, 2026 (Wed) | ₹ 32.80 Cr | -6.6% | ₹ 295.80 Cr |
| Day 7 | Jan 29, 2026 (Thu) | ₹ 30.50 Cr | -7.0% | ₹ 326.30 Cr |
| Week 1 | — | ₹ 326.30 Cr | — | ₹ 326.30 Cr |
Latest Update (as of Jan 31, 2026):
- India Net Collection: ₹ 385+ Cr (Week 1 + early Week 2)
- India Gross Collection: ₹ 455+ Cr
- Worldwide Gross Collection: ₹ 620+ Cr (India + Overseas)
- Overseas Gross: ₹ 135+ Cr (strong opening in North America, UK, Gulf & Australia)
Border 2 Box Office Verdict – Super-Hit & Heading Towards Blockbuster!
- Day 1: Explosive ₹48.50 Cr net – biggest opening for a Sunny Deol film ever, beating Gadar 2’s ₹40 Cr.
- Weekend: Massive ₹189.50 Cr in first 3 days – highest ever for a non-Baahubali/SS Rajamouli film in India.
- First Week: ₹326.30 Cr net – already in the ₹300 Cr+ club, fastest for a Sunny Deol film.
- Lifetime Projection: Experts now predict ₹650–750 Cr net in India (₹800–900 Cr worldwide gross) – blockbuster territory!
Why Border 2 Is Crushing the Box Office
- Patriotic Wave: Post-Pulwama & surgical strike nostalgia + current geopolitical climate = perfect timing.
- Mass Appeal: Sunny Deol’s return as Major Kuldip Singh Chandpuri + star power of Suniel Shetty, Ajay Devgn & Diljit Dosanjh.
- J.P. Dutta Direction: War sequences, emotional depth & VFX-heavy battles praised by critics & audiences.
- Music: Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy soundtrack + “Sandese Aate Hain 2.0” recreated song = viral hit.
- No Major Competition: Clear run at the box office until Pushpa 2 & other biggies arrive.
Final Verdict – Border 2 Box Office: Blockbuster Territory!
Border 2 has taken the biggest opening of 2026 so far and is racing towards ₹700 Cr+ lifetime in India. It’s already the highest-grossing Sunny Deol film ever (beating Gadar 2) and is on track to become one of the top 10 highest-grossing Indian films of all time.
What do you think – will Border 2 cross ₹800 Cr worldwide? Drop your prediction below; let’s talk box office fireworks! 🇮🇳🔥
Disclaimer
All box office figures are approximate and compiled from trade sources as of January 31, 2026. Final numbers may vary. Content for informational & entertainment purposes only.
