Sunny Deol‘s much awaited war sequel Border 2 is finally arriving in theatres on January 23, 2026. The advance booking has kicked off strongly and the film is now heading towards a massive opening day. The Varun Dhawan co-starrer has sold around 50,000 tickets at the two national chains in just 30 hours of advance booking.
The war drama also stars Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty in pivotal roles. Directed by Anurag Singh and produced by T-Series and JP Films, the film is one of the most anticipated releases of 2026.
Border 2 Advance Booking Numbers
The film has registered solid sales at the national chains. Here is the breakdown of ticket sales as of 7 PM on Wednesday, 30 hours before release:
| Chain | Tickets Sold |
|---|---|
| PVRINOX | 42,000 |
| Cinepolis | 10,000 |
| Total | 52,000 |
The sales are equally impressive outside national chains. Non-national chain Rajhans Cinemas alone has sold around 1,800 tickets. Ticket booking portal BookMyShow is also reporting strong sales not just for opening day but for the entire opening weekend across all chains.
Expected Final Advance And Opening Day
While the initial numbers are impressive, the expectations were slightly higher. When sales started in the morning, it appeared the film was heading towards 200,000 to 250,000 tickets at national chains. However, the final tally is now expected to settle around 150,000 to 175,000 tickets.
In terms of overall advance booking revenue, Border 2 is likely to clock around Rs 10 to 12 crore nett for the first day. With strong walkup audiences expected on release day, the film is heading towards a Rs 35 crore nett opening day.
Comparison With Gadar 2
| Parameter | Border 2 | Gadar 2 |
|---|---|---|
| National Chain Tickets (Advance) | 150-175K (Expected) | 275K |
| Overall Advance | Rs 10-12 Cr (Expected) | Rs 15 Cr |
| Expected Opening Day | Rs 35 Cr | Rs 39 Cr |
| Ticket Pricing | Blockbuster Pricing | Normal Pricing |
While the ticket count appears lower than Gadar 2, the revenue difference will be smaller due to Border 2 having blockbuster ticket pricing. Additionally, Gadar 2 faced capacity constraints due to its clash with OMG 2, which limited walkups at various centres. Border 2 has no such limitations and will benefit from better walkup potential.
About Border 2
Border 2 is a war drama directed by Anurag Singh and produced by T-Series and JP Films. The film stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. It is a sequel to the iconic 1997 film Border and is set against the backdrop of the 1971 India-Pakistan war. The film releases on January 23, 2026.
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