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Nawazuddin Siddiqui Stands by Rajpal Yadav Amid Jail Case

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Actor Rajpal Yadav surrendered at Tihar Jail on February 5 after the Delhi High Court rejected his final plea for more time in a cheque bounce and loan default case. Following this, many Bollywood celebrities including Sonu Sood came forward to support him. During this time, Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s name started trending online, with people wrongly accusing him of not helping his close friend.

However, recent reports have cleared the air. According to sources, Nawazuddin Siddiqui has always supported Rajpal Yadav, even providing financial help of around Rs 10 lakh earlier. Nawazuddin prefers to keep his help private and away from media attention, which is why his support was not publicly visible.

An old interview clip of Nawazuddin praising Rajpal’s generosity also resurfaced, reminding people of their strong bond. Meanwhile, the film industry continues to show solidarity with Rajpal during his tough time.

Border 2 Crosses ₹200 Crore in Just 6 Days at Indian Box Office

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Sunny Deol’s Border 2, released on Republic Day, continues to dominate the box office. On Wednesday, the film earned ₹13 crore, taking its total domestic collection to ₹213 crore. Within just six days, the action-packed sequel comfortably crossed the ₹200 crore mark, showing strong audience response.

The film opened with ₹30 crore on Friday and saw its highest single-day collection of ₹59 crore on Monday, Republic Day. With steady growth through the weekend, including a 49% jump on Sunday, Border 2 has already surpassed the opening weekend numbers of Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar. Trade analyst Taran Adarsh noted that the film maintained full ticket rates on weekdays while performing exceptionally well in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.

Directed by Anurag Singh, the film stars Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Ahaan Shetty. Produced by Bhushan Kumar and JP Dutta, it is the highly anticipated sequel to the 1997 classic Border.

Border 2 Collects total to Rs. 215 crore

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Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty’s Border 2 continues to dominate the box office in India. On its fifth day, the film has collected around Rs. 22 crore, pushing its total to Rs. 215 crore. Industry experts say the film is on track to cross Rs. 250 crore by the end of its first week, proving its massive appeal among audiences.

The film’s success has encouraged the makers to announce the third installment of the franchise. Single-screen theaters across mass belts are witnessing record-breaking occupancies, while multiplexes contribute around 45 percent of the collections through chains like PVR, Inox, and Cinepolis.

Directed by Anurag Singh and produced by Bhushan Kumar, Border 2 has set a strong start for 2026. The film is now aiming for Rs. 300 crore in its second weekend, and eyes the Rs. 400–500 crore club in the coming weeks.

Border 2 Nears ₹250 Crore Worldwide in Just 4 Days

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Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan’s war drama Border 2 has taken the box office by storm. In just four days since its release, the film has sailed past the Nears ₹250 crore mark globally. The movie, featuring Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty alongside Sunny, enjoyed a bumper Republic Day weekend, thanks to strong word of mouth and audience appreciation.

The film opened with ₹30 crore net on day one despite some show cancellations and kept rising over the weekend. On Republic Day, the fourth day, it collected ₹59 crore domestically, pushing its India net collection to ₹180 crore (₹212.5 crore gross).

Border 2 has already beaten the lifetime collections of hits like Sikandar and Raid 2. With its current pace, the film is on track to reach ₹300 crore soon, making it one of Bollywood’s biggest releases of 2026.

Border 2 Crosses ₹150 Crore Worldwide in Just 3 Days

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Border 2 has taken a powerful start at the worldwide box office. The war drama starring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan and Diljit Dosanjh crossed ₹150 crore globally within just three days of release. On Day 3, the film’s total worldwide collection reached an impressive ₹167 crore, marking one of the biggest opening weekends for a Hindi film in 2026.

In India, Border 2 opened with ₹30 crore net on Day 1, followed by steady growth over the weekend. Sunday proved to be a major boost, with the film earning ₹54.50 crore net in a single day. The total India net collection now stands at ₹121 crore, while the gross figure has touched ₹142.5 crore.

Internationally, the film earned around $2.6 million by Sunday, pushing its global numbers higher. Border 2 has already beaten the lifetime worldwide collection of Sunny Deol’s earlier release Jaat, which earned ₹119 crore, and is now heading confidently towards the ₹200 crore mark.

Sunny Deol’s Border 2 Earns ₹66 Crore in Two Days

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Border 2 continues its impressive run at the box office, showing a sharp rise in collections on its second day. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film earned around ₹36.7 crore on Saturday, taking its total domestic collection to nearly ₹66.7 crore. The war drama has clearly benefited from positive word of mouth and strong audience interest across key markets.

Starring Sunny Deol along with Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, the film recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of 41.58 percent on Day 2. Night shows proved to be the biggest crowd-puller, registering an occupancy of over 61 percent. Cities and states like Rajasthan, Gujarat, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi and Mumbai have shown especially encouraging response.

Trade experts are optimistic about the film’s extended weekend performance. With the Republic Day holiday adding momentum, Border 2 is expected to cross major milestones and potentially touch the ₹150 crore mark by Monday.

Border 2 Morning Shows Cancelled Due to Technical Delay

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Sunny Deol’s much-awaited film Border 2 hit theatres on January 23, but several morning shows were cancelled across parts of India. Reports suggest that delays in content delivery led to the cancellation of early screenings, leaving fans disappointed on release day. Exhibitors clarified that the issue was temporary and caused by technical reasons.

According to trade sources, early shows scheduled between 7:30 am and 9 am could not take place as the final digital content was delivered late. Platforms like UFO Moviez reportedly informed cinema owners that the download would start only around 6:30 am. With the film’s long runtime of 192 minutes, it took additional hours to prepare the content for screening.

Despite the initial disruption, exhibitors remain confident that shows will resume smoothly. Screenings are expected to begin nationwide by around 10 am. Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, and is releasing ahead of the Republic Day weekend.

Border 2 banned in Gulf countries including the UAE

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Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan’s upcoming war film Border 2 is set to release in theatres on January 23, 2026. However, the film will not be screened in several Gulf countries. According to reports, the movie has been banned in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, leaving fans in these regions disappointed ahead of its release.

As per an industry source, films perceived to have “anti-Pakistan” content often face release issues in the Gulf belt. Despite efforts by the makers, Border 2 could not secure clearance in these countries. A similar ban was earlier imposed on Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar, which still went on to become a massive box-office success worldwide.

Meanwhile, Border 2 is witnessing strong advance bookings in India. The film has already sold around 60,000 tickets at major cinema chains. Apart from Sunny Deol and Varun Dhawan, the film also stars Ahan Shetty and Diljit Dosanjh.

Varun Dhawan’s “Baby John” Earns Over Rs 2 Crore on Advance Bookings

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“Baby John” Earns Over Rs 2 Crore on Advance Bookings

Varun Dhawan’s much-awaited action film, Baby John, is set to release tomorrow, just in time for Christmas. Directed by Kalees, the film promises a gripping storyline and intense performances, with Dhawan playing the role of a fierce father, DCP Satya Verma. The plot revolves around Verma avenging the death of his son, who is killed by a powerful politician’s son, Babbar Sher. The film unfolds as Babbar Sher retaliates by targeting Satya’s family, leading to a thrilling battle to protect Satya’s daughter, Khushi.

In addition to Varun Dhawan, the film features a talented cast including Wamiqa Gabbi, Keerthy Suresh, and Jackie Shroff in pivotal roles. The movie has already created a buzz, and its release is expected to perform well at the box office, thanks to its Christmas release followed by a long weekend.

Impressive Advance Bookings and Box Office Projections

The advance booking for Baby John has already shown promising figures. According to industry tracker Sacnilk, the film has grossed Rs 1.32 crore through advance bookings. The total collection, including blocked seats, has already crossed the Rs 2 crore mark, standing at Rs 2.05 crore. The film will open across a total of 6,150 shows, with Gujarat leading the way with 1,256 shows, followed by Maharashtra and Delhi, which will have 1,148 and 833 shows, respectively.

In terms of revenue from advance bookings, Delhi has already generated Rs 33.11 lakh, while Mumbai has raked in Rs 24.33 lakh. The high number of bookings across major cities shows that there is significant anticipation for this action-packed drama.

Varun Dhawan Talks About the Christmas Release Date

During a press conference, Varun Dhawan shared his excitement about the movie’s release, especially as it coincides with Christmas. He revealed that the team had to fight for this coveted release date, expressing gratitude for the opportunity. “A strong backing is very much needed for Baby John. In today’s environment, if you have to bring a film, you need very strong production support. Otherwise, it gets very difficult to release a film. Nowadays, only larger-than-life films are being made, and it will be approximately 55 days after which a Hindi film is going to release,” Dhawan said.

He also acknowledged the historical significance of Christmas releases in Bollywood, particularly mentioning Aamir Khan, who has often had his films launch on this special date. “I always wanted one film of mine to be released on Christmas. We had to really fight and struggle to get this date. We are thankful to Aamir sir for giving us this date,” he added.

Salman Khan’s Cameo Appearance

Adding to the excitement, Baby John will feature Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in a special cameo role. Along with Salman, singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh will also make an appearance in the film’s song “Nain Mattakka.” This adds an extra layer of star power to the already high-profile cast.

What’s Next for Varun Dhawan?

After Baby John, Varun Dhawan is set to begin shooting for Border 2, a sequel to the popular action film. He is also working on a romantic movie with actress Janhvi Kapoor, making sure to diversify his roles in the coming months.

With its action-packed storyline, star-studded cast, and festive release date, Baby John is poised to make a significant impact at the box office. Fans are eagerly awaiting what promises to be a thrilling holiday blockbuster.