‘Border 2’ is not just a film; it’s a phenomenon sweeping India, amassing over 250 crores globally and showing no signs of slowing. Sunny Deol’s return in this multi-star extravaganza has reignited national pride, filling screens with cheers and tears.
Former Major Khusboo Patni, known for her fearless stance on security issues, emerged as an unlikely cheerleader. After viewing the movie, she flooded her Instagram Story with praise for Varun Dhawan. Posting his photo as Major Hoshiyar Singh Dahiya, she declared, ‘Watched Border 2 today—Varun Dhawan’s performance is phenomenal. Hoshiyar Singh Dahiya’s iconic role etched in memory forever. My army training flashbacks hit hard. Brothers and sisters in life and death. Name, salt, honor eternal. Jai Hind, Jai Bhavani.’
The post struck a chord, merging her military past with the film’s heroism. Just days prior on Republic Day, Khusboo revisited her Major days with uniform pics—walkie-talkie in hand, sunglasses on—commanding attention online.
Financially, ‘Border 2’ exploded: 32 crores opening, 36.5 crores Saturday, 54 crores Sunday, 59 crores Monday, 19.5 crores Tuesday. Domestic haul: ~200 crores. Global: 270.7 crores. Pure gold.
With ‘Mardani 3’ dropping January 30, the battle for screens intensifies. Still, ‘Border 2’s raw emotion and Varun’s transformative act ensure its legacy endures, honoring real-life heroes.