Border 2 Review on X: Sunny Deol’s comeback sparks cheers; grand war saga impresses but feels excessive to some!

War drums rolled loud as Border 2 arrived in cinemas, greeted by thunderous cheers, sharp critiques and everything in between. The much-anticipated follow-up to JP Dutta’s 1997 cult classic didn’t just release- it charged in like a battalion, instantly dividing audiences and critics.

Within hours, social media transformed into a battlefield of applause and arguments, reflecting just how passionately viewers feel about this patriotic spectacle. 

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High on Emotion, Scale and Patriotism

Fans of big-screen war dramas quickly rallied behind the film. Many admired its sweeping battle scenes and emotional storytelling, saying it honours the spirit of the original while crafting its own path. One viewer called it “a powerful war epic that delivers on emotion and scale”, praising the gripping recreation of the 1971 Battle of Basantar.

#Border2: OUTSTANDING BLOCKBUSTER🔥
Power..#Border2 makes your heart swell with pride... The film salutes the nation as well as the armed forces... STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.#Border2Review#AnuragSingh delivers a thunderous, emotionally charged war epic that stands#Border. #SunnyDeolpic.twitter.com/75rxdxJp2c

— Love (@Love270388) January 23, 2026

Sunny Deol Steals the Spotlight

Even among mixed reactions, Sunny Deol’s presence remained undeniable. His commanding screen energy and trademark intensity struck a chord with fans.

Lt Col. Fateh Singh Kaler reporting for duty! 🇮🇳

Hope you’re all enjoying watching #Border2 as much as I did.
Would love to hear your thoughts, share your experience watching the film in the comments 🤗
Jai Hind! 🫡🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/wIsHSmmLMP

— Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) January 23, 2026

As one post noted, “#Sunny Deol is HINDUSTAN KA ASLI KING. This comeback is unmatched a lion on screen, legacy intact. Historical jurrat references, roaring dialogues, intense silence no one else does this. Audience cheers, applause, goosebumps cinema that connects heart-to-heart,” underlining how his performance anchors the narrative.

Sunny Deol is HINDUSTAN KA ASLI KING. This comeback is unmatched a lion on screen, legacy intact. Historical jurrat references, roaring dialogues, intense silence no one else does this. Audience cheers, applause, goosebumps cinema that connects heart-to-heart. 🦁🇮🇳💥 #Border2… pic.twitter.com/jEjaXWl0ot

— narsa. (@rathor7_) January 23, 2026

The Big-Screen Experience Wins Hearts

Packed theatres, claps, and whistles defined the early shows. Several moviegoers described the first half as an “adrenaline rush”, appreciating the film’s blend of action, emotion and patriotic fervour that plays best in a theatrical setting.

सिर्फ फिल्म नहीं, एक इमोशन है #Border2! 🇮🇳🔥

करीब 3 घंटे तक थिएटर की स्क्रीन से नज़रें हटाना नामुमकिन था। सच कहूँ तो फिल्म खत्म होने के बाद भी वो 'Goosebumps' वाली फीलिंग अभी तक गई नहीं है। Pure Cinema क्या होता है, ये आज समझ आया।

Border की जो लिगेसी थी, यह फिल्म उसे पूरी… pic.twitter.com/cJS8riDjAL

— Sk Gupta (@skgupta_27) January 23, 2026

#Border2: OUTSTANDING BLOCKBUSTER🔥
Power..#Border2 makes your heart swell with pride... The film salutes the nation as well as the armed forces... STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.#Border2Review#AnuragSingh delivers a thunderous, emotionally charged war epic that stands#Border. #SunnyDeolpic.twitter.com/6h7p2aE7zv

— महेश झुरंगे (@zurange_mahesh) January 23, 2026

धुरंधर के बाद बॉर्डर 2 भी जमकर धमाल मचाने वाली है शायद धुरंधर का भी रिकॉर्ड तोड़ सकती है

इसके गाने दिलों को छू रहे है, मूवी भी क्लासिक बनकर निकली है।#Border2@iamsunnydeol@Varun_dvn@diljitdosanjhpic.twitter.com/9ycTyJxhaE

— Ajeet Meena (@AjeetMeena0113) January 23, 2026

Dialogue alert 💥 #SunnyDeol as always steals the show, “Himmat hai toh aa, yeh khada hai Hindustan.” Every word, every roar theatre erupts. Varun Dhawan brings unexpected gravitas, Diljit’s restrained intensity adds warmth, and Ahan Shetty impresses in raw, sincere moments. True… pic.twitter.com/YBYDNDaJFI

— Pallavi (@Memesociiety_) January 23, 2026

Criticism Marches In

Not everyone was convinced. Some viewers labelled the storytelling outdated and overly sentimental, arguing the film leans too heavily on nationalism and nostalgia. A few questioned whether legacy overshadowed innovation.

I hope I'm wrong, but I have a bad feeling about #Border2 movie. I think it's going to be a cringemaking, cynical attempt to encash on the huge following of its predecessor, but will be unable to reproduce the honesty & impact of the original Border movie. https://t.co/lJINoo5YmX

— bithika (@bithika11) January 23, 2026

Anyone realized suddenly no one talking abt VFX or green screen, since morning for #Border2 🤣@iamsunnydeol paaji ne batti bana di. 🫡

— Dh@V@L (@LivingDval) January 23, 2026

Yes very disappointed #Border2

— Mujakkir (@_______mujakkir) January 23, 2026

Box Office Momentum Builds

Despite polarised opinions, timing is on the film’s side. Releasing over the extended Republic Day weekend and banking on the legacy of Border, the war drama has already shown commercial muscle. Advance bookings crossed four lakh tickets, generating nearly Rs 12.5 crore before opening.

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Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 features Sunny Deol alongside Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, blending nostalgia with modern scale to deliver a loud, larger-than-life war saga.