“Sunny Deol’s ‘Border 2’ Set for Record Rs 10 Crore Opening Day”
Sunny Deol’s highly anticipated film, ‘Border 2’, is poised for a remarkable opening day, with expectations to surpass Rs 10 crore. The film, which is set to hit theaters on January 23, will coincide with Republic Day celebrations, an advantageous time for box office performance.
Advance Bookings Surge
As of now, ‘Border 2’ has amassed an impressive Rs 5.65 crore through advance ticket sales. This figure is derived solely from its 2D showings, with additional formats, including Dolby and 4DX, expected to enhance its earnings further.
Ticket Sales Overview
- Total advance booking: Rs 5.65 crore
- Estimated total ticket sales: 1.75 lakh tickets
- Number of shows: 13,585
Box Office Projections
Current projections indicate that ‘Border 2’ may achieve an opening day collection of approximately Rs 9.93 crore, with hopes to cross the Rs 10 crore threshold. This substantial start will place it among the highest opening films of 2026.
Comparison with Past Republic Day Releases
The film faces competition from previous Republic Day blockbusters. Notable collections in this category include:
- Pathaan: Rs 58 crore
- Fighter: Rs 41.20 crore
- Padmaavat: Rs 32 crore
- Raees: Rs 26.30 crore
- Jai Ho: Rs 26.25 crore
Potential Record-Breaking Performance
Sunny Deol aims to establish ‘Border 2’ as a record-breaking film. His previous release, ‘Gadar 2’, achieved monumental success with a first-day collection of Rs 40.1 crore, eventually raking in Rs 525.7 crore domestically and a worldwide total of Rs 686 crore.
‘Border 2’ is set to become a notable player in the box office landscape, with significant advance sales suggesting a strong performance upon release. As the opening day approaches, all eyes will be on its ability to meet or exceed these high expectations.
