Border 2 expands the scope of the original film by portraying the combined operations of all three branches of the Indian Armed Forces during the 1971 war. The narrative follows the protagonists in different military locations, including Jhansi, the National Defence Academy in Khadakwasla, and various air and naval bases. It honors real-life war heroes, such as Major Hoshiar Singh Dahiya, PVC, and Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon, PVC, depicting their bravery and the sacrifices made by soldiers and their families. The film has been praised for its emotional depth and large-scale action sequences, though some critics noted issues with the visual effects in certain scenes