Big-screen war spectacles may look seamless to audiences, but behind the camera, they demand intense planning, coordination, and endurance. Border 2, shot largely on real locations with minimal VFX, turned into a physically exhausting experience for its cast and crew. Director Anurag Singh recently shared insights into the challenges faced during production, explaining how the film’s massive scale and practical action sequences made shooting far tougher than it appears on screen. Despite the hurdles, the film is now breaking box office records.
Real Locations Increased the Scale
Border 2 avoided heavy visual effects for ground combat scenes. Tanks, army movements, and battlefield sequences were filmed practically to maintain realism, while only aerial and water sequences used green screens.
The makers shot extensively in real locations such as Dehradun and Jhansi. While this added authenticity, it also increased logistical pressure. What usually begins as a small unit often expands into a crew of 400–500 members for action scenes, making coordination complex.
Outdoor shoots also meant dealing with extreme weather — from freezing cold to intense heat — and long hours of physically demanding work.
Action Scenes Required Clockwork Precision
According to Singh, action sequences were the most challenging part of the film. War scenes involve multiple moving elements that must align perfectly.
Explosives, fire levels, actor positions, background artists, and camera movements all need exact timing. Even a minor error can disrupt the entire take.
He explained that large battle sequences involve hundreds of people running, reacting, and performing simultaneously, which makes filming both risky and exhausting.
Star Cast and Audience Appeal
The film stars Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty in key roles.
Sunny Deol’s return to patriotic action dramas has resonated strongly with viewers, driving packed theatres and strong word-of-mouth.
Box Office Performance
Border 2 has recorded impressive numbers within days of release.
The film earned ₹244 crore in its first week in India. It collected ₹12.53 crore on the second Friday and ₹20.17 crore on the second Saturday, taking the domestic total to ₹277.67 crore.
Worldwide, the film has crossed ₹367 crore in just nine days and is expected to touch the ₹300 crore mark in India soon.
2026’s Highest-Grossing Film So Far
Border 2 has already emerged as the highest-grossing film of 2026 across languages. Its momentum remained strong even after the release of Mardaani 3, starring Rani Mukerji, which did not significantly impact its collections.
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