The roar of the Indian lion is echoing across cinema halls once again. After a thunderous opening weekend, Border 2 has officially entered its most crucial day at the box office. Released on January 23, 2026, the Anurag Singh directorial has capitalized on a massive wave of nostalgia and patriotic fervor. As the nation celebrates Republic Day today, the film is not just maintaining its pace but is actively challenging some of the biggest records in the history of Indian cinema.

Massive Republic Day Surge Boosts Numbers

Monday usually marks a dip for most films, but for a patriotic war drama like Border 2, Republic Day has acted as a powerful catalyst. Trade reports indicate that the film saw an extraordinary occupancy rate in morning and afternoon shows across the country. With January 26 being a national holiday, family audiences have flocked to theaters in record numbers, effectively turning a Monday into a second Sunday.

The film started its journey with a strong 32.10 crore on Friday, followed by a steady Saturday and a massive 57.20 crore on Sunday. Early estimates for Day 4 suggest that the movie is comfortably eyeing a figure in the range of 50 to 55 crore. If these trends hold through the night shows, Border 2 could potentially record one of the highest Monday collections ever seen in the post pandemic era.

Breaking Records and Joining the 150 Crore Club

By the end of its first three days, the Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh starrer had already raked in a staggering 129.89 crore net in India. With the Day 4 Republic Day collections added, the film has effortlessly crossed the 180 crore mark within just four days of its release.

This performance has placed Border 2 as the second highest Republic Day weekend opener, trailing only behind the 2023 blockbuster Pathaan. It has successfully surpassed the initial collections of other major hits like Fighter and Padmaavat. For lead actor Sunny Deol, this sequel is proving to be another massive milestone, following the historic success of Gadar 2.

Occupancy and Audience Response Across Regions

The craze for the film is particularly high in the North Indian circuits. Regions like Delhi NCR and Punjab have reported several housefull shows even in the early hours of Monday. Maharashtra has also shown significant growth, with Mumbai and Pune recording high footfalls in multiplexes.

• Delhi NCR: Highest occupancy recorded in the morning shows.
• Maharashtra: Strong afternoon growth driven by mass centers.
• Punjab: Diljit Dosanjh’s presence has ensured a near total washout of other titles.

The audience response has been overwhelmingly positive, with viewers praising the high octane action sequences and the emotional depth brought by the ensemble cast. The chemistry between the veteran Sunny Deol and the younger stars like Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty has resonated well with both the youth and the older generation.

Future Outlook for Border 2

With no major competition in the coming week, Border 2 is expected to continue its golden run. The film has already recovered a significant portion of its massive 275 crore budget through domestic and overseas earnings. Trade analysts predict that the movie will easily cross the 300 crore mark in its first week alone, setting the stage for it to become the first genuine “All Time Blockbuster” of 2026.

The combination of a long weekend, a national holiday, and a beloved franchise has created a perfect storm at the ticket windows. As the sun sets on Republic Day, the final numbers are likely to solidify Border 2 as a modern classic in the war drama genre.