Big setback for Border 2, after Dhurandhar, Sunny Deol starrer gets banned in Gulf countries

After Dhurandhar, Sunny Deol's starrer Border 2 gets banned in Gulf countries. Read inside.

As Sunny Deol‘s much-anticipated war drama is all set to release on 23rd January, before the Republic Day, fans and fraternity are very excited to witness what the 1997 sequel will bring on the big screen. But as per reports, the film has landed in trouble ahead of its release. As per sources, the makers have failed to secure a theatrical release for the film in several Gulf countries, which could impact its overseas box office performance.

This development was also previously seen with Ranveer Singh’s recent release, Dhurandhar. Aditya Dhar’s film was also recently banned from release in the same region and saw its international prospects take a major hit.

Gulf Countries Where Border 2 Won’t Release

As the report suggests, Border 2 will not get a theatrical release in major Gulf territories, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and Bahrain. These regions are considered a crucial target audience for Bollywood films because of the large Indian diaspora.

While the distributors had made several efforts to get clearance, approvals were not granted, leading to the ban of the film from Gulf countries.

1. UAE
2. Saudi Arabia
3. Qatar
4. Kuwait
5. Oman
6. Bahrain

Anti-Pakistan Content Reportedly a Major Factor

As the reports suggest, the makers were aware from the beginning that it would be difficult to get a green signal for Border 2 in the Gulf, due to its reportedly anti-Pakistan narrative.

This same situation was faced by Dhurandhar, which also suffered a similar fate in the Gulf countries, significantly affecting its overseas box office potential.

About Border 2 Movie

Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 is the sequel to J.P. Dutta’s iconic 1997 film Border. Besides Sunny Deol, Border 2 features an ensemble star cast including Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh and Medha Rana in pivotal roles. The film promises a powerful blend of action, emotion, and patriotism.