The Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh starrer ‘Border 2’ continues its impressive run at the box office, showing a remarkable resurgence during its third weekend. Despite a slight mid-week slump, the patriotic drama witnessed a significant jump in numbers on Sunday, solidifying its position as one of the major hits of early 2026.
Strong Surge on Day 17
On its 17th day (Third Sunday), ‘Border 2’ registered a sharp growth of nearly 30% compared to its Saturday earnings. According to early estimates from trade trackers like Sacnilk, the film minted approximately ₹6.90 crore in India. This surge brings the film’s total domestic net collection to a staggering ₹309.4 crore.
The film’s occupancy was strongest in the afternoon and evening shows, particularly in mass circuits like Delhi-NCR, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh, where the “Sunny Deol factor” remains a massive draw.
Worldwide Collection: Chasing the ₹450 Crore Milestone
The global performance of ‘Border 2’ has been equally commendable. With a steady flow of audience in overseas markets, the film’s worldwide gross collection has reached approximately ₹440.55 crore. Industry experts predict that if the current momentum holds through the third week, the film is on track to breeze past the ₹450 crore mark globally.
Surpassing Industry Giants
With its 17-day haul, ‘Border 2’ has officially overtaken the lifetime domestic collections of several Bollywood blockbusters. The film has now surpassed:
- Padmaavat: ₹303 Crore
- Sultan: ₹300 Crore
- Dhoom 3: ₹290 Crore
The war drama is now setting its sights on the records of War (₹318 Cr) and Bajrangi Bhaijaan (₹320 Cr).
Border 2: Day-wise Performance Summary (3rd Weekend)
| Day | India Net Collection | Growth/Status |
| Day 15 (Friday) | ₹ 2.85 Crore | Steady |
| Day 16 (Saturday) | ₹ 5.25 Crore | 84% Increase |
| Day 17 (Sunday) | ₹ 6.90 Crore | Strong Weekend High |
| Total (17 Days) | ₹ 309.4 Crore | Super Hit |
Comparison with ‘Dhurandhar’
While ‘Border 2’ has been a massive success, it still trails behind the record-breaking pace of the year’s other big release, ‘Dhurandhar’. The Aditya Dhar directorial had amassed much higher numbers in a similar timeframe. However, ‘Border 2’ has successfully carved its own niche, especially given its relatively lower budget of ₹275 crore, ensuring it is a profitable venture for the producers.
What’s Next for Border 2?
The real test for the film begins now as it enters its third Monday. While it has successfully resisted competition from Rani Mukerji’s Mardaani 3, the upcoming release of Shahid Kapoor’s O Romeo might impact its screen count. Nevertheless, with a net collection already over ₹300 crore, ‘Border 2’ has firmly established itself as a blockbuster sequel that lived up to the 1997 original’s legacy.
Note: The figures mentioned above are based on early trade estimates and are subject to final confirmation by the producers.