As of Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Border 2 (Day 12) and Mardaani 3 (Day 5) are showing very different moods at the ticket counters. Sunny Deol’s patriotic blockbuster is powering through its third week like a champion, while Rani Mukerji’s cop actioner is finding it hard to hold ground after a decent but not explosive opening weekend.
The Border 2 Day 12 vs Mardaani 3 Day 5 collection gap is clear – one is trending toward ₹300 crore net, the other is fighting to cross ₹25 crore in its first full week.
Border 2 Day 12 vs Mardaani 3 Day 5 Collection – Quick Comparison
| Feature | Border 2 (Day 12) | Mardaani 3 (Day 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Collection (Net) | ₹3.24 Cr – ₹4.22 Cr (est.) | ₹1.21 Cr (est.) |
| Total India Net | ₹285.22 Cr | ₹19.10 Cr – ₹20.05 Cr |
| Status | Blockbuster (heading to ₹300 Cr) | Sinking (struggling vs ₹60 Cr budget) |
| Occupancy (Hindi) | ~12.7% | Significant Drop (>70% fall) |
Border 2 took a sharp 70% hit on its second Monday/Tuesday (typical after the Republic Day high), but it’s still earning 3–4 times more daily than Mardaani 3. Mass audiences and single screens continue to love the Sunny Deol energy, making it the go-to film even in week three.
Mardaani 3 had a steady weekend (₹17.5 Cr total), but the “Monday Test” was rough. Weekday numbers crashed hard, and it’s now depending heavily on urban multiplexes to survive. With a ₹60 crore budget, the pressure is on to at least reach safe territory soon.
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Both are also feeling the shadow of Dhurandhar, which is amazingly still collecting small amounts even on Day 60+!
The Border 2 Day 12 vs Mardaani 3 Day 5 collection battle tells us one thing – big patriotic action still has the upper hand right now. Will Mardaani 3 bounce back with strong word-of-mouth, or is Border 2 unstoppable?
Which one are you supporting this week? Have you watched either film yet? Share your thoughts in the comments – let’s see who’s winning the fan vote!
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