Border 2 Box Office Collection Day 12: Sunny Deol Film Earns Rs 286.75 Crore Domestically
Sunny Deol's highly anticipated war drama Border 2 continues its box office journey with mixed results as it enters its twelfth day of release. According to the latest updates from industry tracker Sacnilk, the film managed to collect Rs 5.75 crore on Tuesday, bringing its total net domestic collection to an impressive Rs 286.75 crore.
Slowing Momentum in Second Week
Despite enjoying a strong opening that surprised trade analysts and industry insiders, Border 2 has shown signs of slowing down in its second week. The earnings have now dipped to single digits, indicating that the initial momentum is waning as the film approaches its third week in theaters.
Interestingly, the makers attempted to boost collections by offering tickets for as low as Rs 149 on Tuesday. However, this strategic move did not significantly impact the day's collection or footfall, suggesting that audience interest might be plateauing.
Comparison with Sunny Deol's Previous Blockbuster
While Border 2 has performed decently at the box office, it still trails behind Sunny Deol's last massive hit, Gadar 2. By its twelfth day, Gadar 2 had already entered the coveted Rs 400 crore club domestically, a milestone that Border 2 has yet to achieve.
Varun Dhawan's Career Boost
For actor Varun Dhawan, Border 2 represents a much-needed success story. His post-pandemic releases had struggled to make a mark at the box office, making this film his highest grosser to date. This achievement marks a significant turnaround in his recent career trajectory.
Lagging Behind Dhurandhar
The film also finds itself trailing behind Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar, which earned a substantial Rs 30 crore on its twelfth day alone. This impressive performance has pushed Dhurandhar's India net collection to approximately Rs 411 crore, putting it well ahead of Border 2 in the current box office race.
Outperforming Other War Films
When compared to other recent war films, Border 2 has actually fared quite well. In its twelve-day run, it has outperformed major tentpole releases such as:
- Sky Force (Rs 102.95 crore)
- Fighter (Rs 178.5 crore)
- Sam Bahadur (Rs 60.95 crore)
This demonstrates that despite its recent slowdown, the film has managed to carve out a respectable position within the war film genre.
Competition from Mardaani 3
Border 2 is also facing some competition from Rani Mukerji's Mardaani 3, which has been performing steadily despite a smaller release. In just five days, Mardaani 3 has earned Rs 21.92 crore, adding another layer of competition to the current box office landscape.
Global Collection and Future Prospects
With a worldwide collection approaching Rs 392 crore, all eyes are now on whether Border 2 will manage to enter the Rs 400 crore club globally by the end of this week. The coming days will be crucial in determining whether the film can regain some of its lost momentum and achieve this significant milestone.
As the film continues its theatrical run, industry observers will be watching closely to see if it can overcome its current challenges and build on its already substantial earnings. The performance in the third week will be particularly telling about the film's long-term box office potential.
