Border 2 collection day 1: Bollywood’s much-awaited war saga Border 2 has exploded onto cinema screens with a phenomenal opening day collection of ₹30 crore net across India. The Sunny Deol-led patriotic drama, which hit theaters on January 23, 2026, has set the cash registers ringing and claimed the title of 2026’s biggest Bollywood opener so far.
Directed by Anurag Singh, the sequel to the iconic 1997 blockbuster has surpassed early trade predictions and left Dhurandhar (₹28.6 crore) trailing in its wake.
Border 2 collection day 1
The film’s debut numbers showcase its massive pan-India appeal:
| Metric | Figure |
|---|---|
| Net India Collection | ₹30.00 Crore |
| Gross India Collection | ₹36.00 Crore |
| Total Screenings | 6,078 shows |
| Overall Occupancy Rate | 37.0% |
| Evening/Night Occupancy | 50.31% |
Regional Performance Breakdown
Border 2 witnessed exceptional footfalls in northern territories, with traditional single-screen venues reporting houseful boards for prime time slots:
| City/Region | Occupancy % |
|---|---|
| Jaipur | 52.0% |
| Kolkata | 47.0% |
| Delhi NCR | 42.0% |
| Bengaluru | 32.5% |
| Mumbai | 24.5% |
What Makes This Opening Special?
The war epic has achieved several notable milestones in just one day:
- Sunny Deol’s Career: This marks his second-highest opening after Gadar 2 (₹40.1 crore)
- Festival Release: Second-best Republic Day weekend launch in Hindi cinema history
- 2026 Rankings: Currently leading all Hindi film releases this year
The Winning Formula
Set during the 1971 India-Pakistan conflict, the film combines patriotic fervor with emotional storytelling. The ensemble cast featuring Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty alongside Sunny Deol has resonated strongly with multiplex audiences and single-screen patrons alike.
Weekend Projections
With the Republic Day national holiday on Monday creating a lucrative four-day window, industry insiders are forecasting a potential ₹100 crore milestone by the weekend’s close. The film’s strong word-of-mouth and patriotic theme are expected to drive family audiences throughout the extended holiday period.
Despite facing distribution restrictions in certain international markets, Border 2 appears destined for a blockbuster theatrical run, with lifetime earnings potentially crossing the ₹400 crore mark domestically.
Also Read: Border 2 OTT Release: Everything You Need to Know About Sunny Deol’s War Epic Streaming Debut
References and Sources
- http://sacnilk.com/quicknews/Border_2_2026_Box_Office_Collection_Day_1?hl=en
- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/box-office/border-2-box-office-collections-day-1-sunny-deol-starrer-earns-rs-30-crore-ranks-among-bollywoods-highest-opening-day-collections/articleshow/127344737.cms
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