Border 2 Box Office Day 12: Steady Second Week Holds, Third Weekend decide the Final Verdict.
Border 2 continued its steady run on Day 12 by registering another healthy second Tuesday at the box office. The film benefited once again from discounted ticket rates, which helped sustain footfalls across several centres and kept the overall trend stable in its second week.
While the numbers are not extraordinary at this stage, the consistency itself is a positive sign. Border 2 has managed to avoid a sharp weekday collapse, which is crucial for a big film already past the 300 crore mark.
What’s Working in Favour of Border 2
The biggest strength of Border 2 remains its strong acceptance in mass belts. Single screens and small-town centres are still contributing meaningful numbers, especially in North India. The film’s patriotic theme and emotional connect continue to draw audiences who prefer theatrical viewing over waiting for an OTT release.
The second weekend gave the film a massive push, with outstanding Saturday and Sunday collections lifting the total well beyond expectations. That strong weekend cushion is now helping the film absorb normal weekday drops without damaging its overall run.
Another key positive is the absence of major competition in the immediate days ahead. With no big releases until the Valentine’s Day weekend, Border 2 has a clear window to add respectable numbers during the weekdays and build a solid base before entering its third weekend.
Areas of Concern Going Forward
Despite the healthy holds, Border 2 is now heavily dependent on discounted ticket rates to maintain footfalls. In premium multiplex chains and metro cities, occupancy levels are visibly lower compared to the first week. The film is performing more as a mass-driven title than a four-quadrant blockbuster at this stage.
Urban centres and South Indian markets have shown signs of fatigue, with collections tapering off faster than in North and Central circuits. This could limit the film’s upside unless the third weekend delivers another surprise jump.
Word-of-mouth, while largely positive, has plateaued rather than grown. The film is no longer expanding its audience base, and repeat value appears limited in multiplex-heavy regions.
The Crucial Third Weekend Factor
Border 2 has already secured a Super Hit status, thanks to its massive opening week and an excellent second weekend. However, the third weekend will be decisive in determining the film’s final verdict and lifetime total.
A solid third weekend hold could push the film comfortably towards the higher end of the blockbuster range. On the other hand, a soft third weekend would indicate that the film has entered its closing phase, capping its long-term potential.
With Valentine’s Day releases arriving on 13 February 2026, screen sharing will increase and shows will reduce. This makes the upcoming third weekend even more important, as it may be the last opportunity for Border 2 to post big numbers before facing fresh competition.
Day-wise India Nett Box Office Collection
- Friday: 32.10 crore
- Saturday: 40.59 crore
- Sunday: 57.20 crore
- Monday: 63.59 crore
- Tuesday: 23.31 crore
- Wednesday: 15.04 crore
- Thursday: 13.14 crore
- 2nd Friday: 12.53 crore
- 2nd Saturday: 20.17 crore
- 2nd Sunday: 24.22 crore
- 2nd Monday: 6.52 crore
- 2nd Tuesday: 6.69 crore
Total: 315.10 Crore (India Nett Collection)
Border 2 stands on very strong ground. The film is already a confirmed Super Hit, but the third week will decide whether it comfortably upgrades its verdict and where its lifetime total finally settles. For now, the run remains stable, controlled, and respectable with the real test just around the corner.
Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and internal research. The figures are approximate and indicative in nature. CineInfinity does not claim absolute accuracy but believes these figures fairly reflect the film’s box office performance.
