Border 2 Budget: The excitement around Border 2 is steadily rising, with the film already being talked about as one of the biggest Bollywood releases of 2026. As the sequel to the iconic Border, the upcoming war drama carries not just nostalgia but also enormous expectations from audiences and trade analysts alike.
Although the makers have not officially revealed the budget, industry estimates suggest that Border 2 has been produced on a massive scale, with costs ranging between ₹230 crore and ₹250 crore. Backed by T-Series and JP Films, the film is jointly produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, J.P. Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta. The substantial budget reportedly reflects large-scale battle sequences, realistic war setups, extensive VFX work, and grand production design—placing the movie firmly in the big-budget action category.
Border 2 Star Cast Fees
One of the biggest highlights of Border 2 is its powerful ensemble cast. Sunny Deol returns in a patriotic avatar and is reportedly the highest-paid actor in the film. Alongside him, younger stars add fresh energy to the narrative.
| Actor | Reported Fee (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Sunny Deol | ₹50 crore |
| Varun Dhawan | ₹8–10 crore |
| Diljit Dosanjh | ₹4–5 crore |
| Other Cast | Not disclosed |
Runtime, Release Scale, and Advance Booking
According to trade reports, Border 2 has an impressive runtime of 195 minutes (3 hours 15 minutes), making it one of the longest mainstream Hindi films in recent years. Advance bookings are expected to open shortly before release, and the film is planned to hit around 4,000 screens across India, surpassing the release scale of Sunny Deol’s previous blockbuster Gadar 2.
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Box Office Opening Expectations
Trade analysts predict a strong start for Border 2, with opening day collections estimated between ₹38 crore and ₹44 crore. If these projections hold true, the film could emerge as one of the biggest openers of 2026, further cementing Sunny Deol’s box office dominance.
With a high budget, patriotic appeal, and massive theatrical rollout, Border 2 is shaping up to be a major cinematic event for Bollywood.
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