Thumbs up, by Subhash K Jha,
…Moments that remind us how precious every moment of life is, even when death waits around the next corner, validate the film’s highly persuasive dramatic tone. Border 2 is one of those movies that makes you feel good to be alive…
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Thumbs up, by Simran Singh,
DNA
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…I will end this review by stating that all the haters and trolls will have to dig a big hole and bury themselves deep in it, as the creators of Border 2 have managed to silence the noise with their blockbuster….
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Thumbs up, by Devesh Sharma,
…Ultimately, Border 2 works best as a tribute, not a reinvention. It honors real heroes, celebrates inter-service unity, delivers gripping action and strong performances, and gives audiences the comforting familiarity of patriotic spectacle. What it lacks is the raw, unfiltered emotional abandon that made the original Border such a lasting cultural artifact. This is a confident successor, well put together, moving in places, respectable in its intentions but reminding us that legacy is not simply inherited; it must also boldly reinvent itself…
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Thumbs up, by Aakash Kumar,
…Overall, Border 2 is a heartfelt war drama that works thanks to its emotions, strong performances, and nostalgic music. Even though it seems a bit stuffy at times, the film manages to pay tribute to the courage of the Indian soldiers and the families who support them. A good watch….
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Thumbs up, by Murtuza Iqbal,
…Sunny Deol steals the show with his performance in Border 2. At 68, he effortlessly delivers action in the film, proving that he is the legendary ‘Dharmendra Ji Ka Beta’ actor. The actor has been given some of the best scenes in the film and he nails it. And of course, how can we forget his roaring voice that works wonders in the film!…
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Thumbs up, by Nitin Jain,
…This is the kind of cinema that feels significant, and many will rightly feel that it deserves to be tax-free so that its message can reach every corner of the country. A must visit….
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Thumbs up, by Rishabh Suri,
…In general, Border 2 is not content with being just another sequel. He wants to make you sit down and say hello. While his excesses are difficult to ignore, so is his sincerity. The film harkens back to a time when patriotism in film was used unapologetically…when the heroes spoke loudly and the emotions were true. And with some genuinely moving moments, Border 2 delivers exactly what it promises: a theatrical experience meant to be felt in a dark room, among strangers who momentarily feel like comrades…
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Thumbs up, by Sana Farzeen,
…The dialogue is shocking without being overly exciting. There are patriotic moments, but they are balanced with moments of reflection. The climax, particularly the sequence in which the Indian soldiers are mocked as cowards, creates a dramatic payoff, but is followed by a stirring final song that resonates: “Baba main toh raha nahi tu meri jawaani jee lena”…
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Thumbs up, by Trisha Gaur,
koimoi
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…The film is emotional, strikes a chord and conquers your heart!…
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Thumbs up, by Athulya Nambiar,
NOON
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…All in all, Border 2 remains a sincere and emotionally grounded war film that respects its legacy and attempts to tell a more human story. Anchored by the commanding presence of Sunny Deol and backed by a largely subdued narrative, the film works best when it focuses on the people behind the patriotism. It may not achieve the iconic status of its predecessor, but it stands as a worthy and sincere successor…
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Talkies
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…The music wonderfully complements the narrative. “Ghar Kab Aaoge” seems destined to become an enduring patriotic anthem, while “Mitti Bete” leaves a lasting emotional impact. “Jaate Hue Lamhon”, although used briefly, highlights key moments effectively. The cinematography is top-notch, capturing the scale and intensity of the war with stunning visuals. The background music, particularly the recurring theme “Hindustan Meri Jaan”, keeps the energy going….
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Thumbs up, by Saibal Chatterjee,
NDTV
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…It is inevitable that a film this long occasionally sinks into tedium. Edge 2 does. But he has enough ammunition in his arsenal to keep the blitzkrieg going no matter what…
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Thumbs up, by YATAMANYU NARAIN,
…Watch it on the big screen. Let it overwhelm you a little….
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Thumbs up, by Gayatri Nirmal,
…Border 2 is driven by memory and heart. In a time when war films abound, this one manages to stand out by relying on nostalgia and human connection rather than just scale. The climactic scene, which serves as a heartfelt ode to the 1997 Frontier, is sure to leave audiences teary-eyed…
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Thumbs up, by Deepa Gahlot,
rediff
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…Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Mona Singh stand out among the crowd of actors, and their sincerity adds to the elements that make the film enjoyable to watch….
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Thumbs up, by Archika Khurana,
…In the end, Border 2 is a solid, emotionally resonant, and technically accomplished war film that honors its legacy without being limited by it. It may not redefine the genre, but it confidently reinforces the lasting power of big-screen patriotic cinema. Watch to see Sunny Deol’s roaring presence, his enthusiastic spirit and the excitement he proudly wears on his sleeve….
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Regular, by Shyamoo Pathak,
…With a duration of 3 hours and 17 minutes, Border 2 requires the viewer almost four hours of time in theaters, including about 35 minutes of advertising. The first half, which focuses on the friendship and training days of Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan and Ahan Shetty, is emotionally engaging and manages to hold the audience’s attention. The second half, despite its narrative problems, offers some war sequences that spark enthusiasm and briefly rekindle the patriotic sentiment, even as the film struggles to maintain it throughout…
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Regular, by Shubhra Gupta,
…Finally, who else do you want when Sunny Paji is around, even though he may give his voice a bit of a break compared to the previous movie? One of the iconic climactic scenes from the original, him looking up the turret of a tank, is recreated in this one (as are the remixed versions of the still-popular songs) and it’s a big win: although he’s shown as a bit weathered, the years have been kind to him, and the dhai kilo ka haath is up and running, enough on its own to keep the enemy at bay and our borders safe and sound. Sandese ab bhi aate rahenge….
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Regular, by Isha Sharma,
…You can see it, but it could have been better; 3/5 stars Deol does the heavy lifting (how else would nostalgia be sold?), and his extended screams have me worried about his vocal cords. As expected, the Pakistani characters mostly seem like caricatures, and occasionally the film’s tone conflicts with itself. If you love old school patriotic dramas, Border 2 would be ideal for you, but the length is a real holding back…
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Regular, by Sakshi Salil Chavan,
…Of course, the indulgent running time of three hours and twenty minutes is too ambitious: Border 2 carries faint glimpses of attempted sincerity. It creates some moments of warmth within the war machine. Sumit Arora and Anurag Singh’s dialogue balances conversational ease with performative impulse….
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Regular, by Nandini Ramnath,
…The action scenes are more elaborate, reaching the last moment. Indian and Pakistani soldiers often come face to face, eyeing each other warily. When skirmishes begin, the hierarchy of weaponry is unleashed, from pistols to fists…
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