Bollywood
Border 2: Sunny Deol's War Epic Cleared With Zero Cuts; Massive 3-Hour 16-Minute Runtime Confirmed
The anticipation for Sunny Deol's return as the face of Indian war cinema has reached a new milestone.The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has officially cleared Border 2 with a UA 13+ certificate and, notably, zero cuts. This is a significant win for director Anurag Singh, as it ensures that the raw intensity and the sprawling narrative of the sequel remain entirely intact for the audience. With the certification finalized, the film is now legally cleared for its grand Republic Day weekend release on January 23, 2026. One of the most talked-about aspects of the certification is the film's official runtime, which has been locked at 3 hours and 16 minutes. This massive duration reflects the ambitious scale of the sequel, which is being marketed as India's biggest multi-front war epic. Unlike the 1997 original, Border 2 is reported to cover ground, air, and sea operations—including high-octane sequences involving the INS Vikrant. The extended runtime is necessary to accommodate the massive ensemble cast, which features Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty alongside Sunny Deol. With a 4-day extended weekend ahead and the iconic Sandese Aate Hai nostalgia fueling the buzz, Border 2 is positioned to challenge the historic opening day benchmarks set by Gadar 2. Current projections suggest an opening day net in the range of ₹35–40 Crore, which would solidify its status as a historical cinematic event. As the clock ticks down to January 23, the combination of a U/A rating and a mammoth runtime has set the stage for a total theatrical monopoly.