Border 2 Box Office Day 1: Sunny Deol's War Epic Off to a Strong Start
Sunny Deol's highly anticipated multi-starrer war film Border 2 has hit theaters with promising early box office numbers. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film has already earned over ₹2 crore from its first shows across various cities in India.
Initial Collection Figures and Projections
Early estimates at 11 AM indicate that Border 2 minted approximately ₹2.67 crore from these initial screenings. While these numbers are preliminary and expected to fluctuate throughout the day, they set a positive tone for the film's commercial performance.
Sacnilk's current projections suggest an opening day net collection in the range of ₹35–40 crore. This would position Border 2 for a bigger opening than the previous blockbuster hit Dhurandhar, indicating strong audience interest in this war drama sequel.
CBFC Clearance and Runtime Details
In a significant development, Border 2 has received a clear green signal from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with zero cuts. The film has been officially cleared with a UA 13+ certificate, ensuring that director Anurag Singh's vision remains entirely intact for viewers.
This clearance comes amid recent certification challenges for other big-budget films, making it a notable achievement for the production team. The film boasts a substantial runtime of 3 hours and 16 minutes, promising an immersive cinematic experience for audiences.
International Release Challenges
Despite the positive domestic outlook, Border 2 faces distribution challenges in international markets. According to reports from Bollywood Hungama, the film has been banned in Gulf countries including Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
The ban reportedly stems from perceived anti-Pakistan content in the film, following a pattern established by previous releases like Dhurandhar which also faced similar restrictions in the region. However, sources indicate that the makers are not overly concerned, believing that strong domestic performance could compensate for these international limitations.
Cast and Production Details
Border 2 features an ensemble cast including:
- Sunny Deol
- Varun Dhawan
- Diljit Dosanjh
- Ahan Shetty
- Mona Singh
- Sonam Bajwa
- Medha Rana
- Anya Singh
The film is written and directed by Anurag Singh and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, JP Dutta, and Nidhi Dutta under the banners of T-Series Films and JP Films. With its combination of star power, patriotic themes, and war drama elements, Border 2 represents one of the most significant Bollywood releases of the season.
As the day progresses, industry observers will be closely monitoring whether the film maintains its strong opening momentum and achieves the projected ₹35-40 crore opening day collection.
