Sunny Deol and Diljit Dosanjh’s much-anticipated war drama Border 2 has opened to a strong response at the Indian box office. Early estimates suggest that the film is likely to collect around Rs 25 crore on Day 1, making it one of the biggest openers of the year.
From early morning shows, theatres across major cities reported solid occupancy. Single screens, in particular, witnessed packed houses due to Sunny Deol’s massive fan following. Meanwhile, Diljit Dosanjh’s presence helped the film attract younger audiences and viewers from multiplex chains.
Moreover, the film has benefited from strong advance bookings in metro cities as well as tier-2 and tier-3 markets. The patriotic theme and emotional connect have resonated well with the audience. As a result, word of mouth has remained largely positive so far.
In addition, Border 2 gained momentum due to the legacy of the original Border (1997), which still enjoys cult status. The makers also promoted the film aggressively in the days leading up to its release, boosting public interest.
Trade analysts believe that if evening and night shows continue to perform well, the Day 1 figures could even exceed early projections. Furthermore, the film is expected to see strong growth over the weekend, especially on Saturday and Sunday.
Overall, Border 2 has made an impressive start at the box office. With positive audience reactions and the patriotic genre working in its favour, the film appears set for a successful theatrical run.
