Border 2 Achieves Major Milestone, Enters Prestigious Rs 300 Crore Club
Sunny Deol's highly anticipated war drama, 'Border 2', has successfully crossed the significant Rs 300 crore threshold at the domestic box office, despite experiencing a noticeable deceleration in its second and third weeks of release. This achievement solidifies the film's position as one of the major commercial successes in recent Hindi cinema.
Weekend Jump Boosts Third Week Collections
On its sixteenth day in theaters, Saturday, the Anurag Singh-directed film witnessed an impressive resurgence, earning an estimated Rs 4.25 crore in India net collections. This marked a substantial recovery from a relatively sluggish start to the week, where Friday's collections stood at approximately Rs 2.85 crore. According to early estimates from industry tracker Sacnilk, the film's earnings nearly doubled over the weekend, demonstrating its enduring appeal among audiences.
Detailed Breakdown of Domestic Collections
The film's financial journey has been meticulously tracked, revealing a strong opening followed by a gradual tapering. The week-wise India net collections are as follows:
- Week 1: Rs 224.25 crore
- Week 2: Rs 70.15 crore
With the addition of Day 16 earnings, the total India net collection now stands at an impressive Rs 301.5 crore. Furthermore, reports indicate that the film's all-India gross has surpassed the Rs 360 crore mark, highlighting its widespread commercial success across the country.
Global Box Office Performance and Rankings
While the domestic market has been the primary contributor to its earnings, 'Border 2' has also made a notable impact internationally. The film has garnered an estimated Rs 52 crore from overseas markets, bringing its worldwide box office collection to approximately Rs 412 crore.
This financial performance has propelled the film into the upper echelons of Hindi cinema's highest-grossing titles. Having entered the Rs 300 crore club in a relatively short timeframe, 'Border 2' has already overtaken the lifetime collections of several major blockbusters, including:
- 'Dhoom 3' (Rs 290 crore)
- 'Sultan' (Rs 300 crore)
The film is now setting its sights on surpassing other cinematic giants, with targets including 'Padmaavat' (Rs 303 crore), 'War' (Rs 318 crore), and 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' (Rs 320 crore).
Future Projections and Upcoming Competition
Trade analysts project that 'Border 2' could add another Rs 15–20 crore to its domestic total before concluding its theatrical run. This would potentially elevate its lifetime India collection to around Rs 325 crore, further cementing its status as a box office powerhouse.
However, the film's unchallenged dominance at the ticket windows, which began with a strong opening during the Republic Day weekend, is expected to face a new test. The upcoming release of Shahid Kapoor's 'O Romeo' is anticipated to significantly impact 'Border 2' collections, introducing fresh competition that could affect its final earnings trajectory.
Despite these challenges, 'Border 2' has demonstrated remarkable resilience and audience appeal, achieving a milestone that places it among the most successful films in Indian cinema history.
