As the buzz around Border 2 continues to heighten, the film has officially been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The film has been granted a UA certificate just in time ahead of its theatrical release on January 23, 2026.
Border 2 cleared by CBFC
Border 2 has been given a UA 13+ certificate by the CBFC, which makes it suitable for audiences above the age of 13 years. The rating also implies parental guidance for younger viewers, considering the film`s intense war sequences and emotional depth.
Additionally, the war drama has also passed the certification process without any cuts. This means the audiences will get to watch the film exactly as envisioned by its makers.
The CBFC certification also confirmed the Border 2 runtime of 3 hours and 16 minutes.
About Border 2
`Border 2` is positioned as a sequel to J. P. Dutta`s 1997 blockbuster `Border`, which depicted the Battle of Longewala during the 1971 India-Pakistan war. The sequel has been officially announced and is being developed as a large-scale patriotic drama, aiming to revisit the tone and military focus that made the original film a cultural landmark.
“Border 2` follows the story of the Battle of Basantar. It was one of the vital battles fought as part of the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 in the western sector of India. The Indian troops won a hard-fought battle that secured this area in the Punjab and Jammu sector.
The film is directed by Anurag Singh, known for `Kesari`, suggesting a treatment that combines battlefield realism with character-driven storytelling.
Production responsibilities are said to be shared by J. P. Dutta`s banner along with major studio backing, indicating a significantly higher budget and contemporary production values.
Despite its long runtime, the film is already witnessing positive momentum at the box office. According to multiple trade reports, Border 2 has recorded an all-India gross advance booking of Rs 2.68 crore for day one, with 83,941 tickets sold across 8,469 shows. The pre-release numbers signify a strong audience interest in the film ahead of its grand release.
(With inputs from IANS)
