Adipurush (Rs 750 Crore): Leading the list is the 2023 release starring Prabhas. This Indian mythological action-fantasy film also features Saif Ali Khan and Kriti Sanon. Upon release, it became the focus of intense controversy over certain objectionable dialogues and perceived character distortions. (Image: IMDb)
Kalki 2898 AD (Rs 600 Crore): Another Prabhas starrer released in 2024 went on to gross over Rs 1,000 crore worldwide, marking it as one of the biggest superhits from the Telugu film industry. This epic science fiction film blends Hindu mythology with a dystopian future and has been praised for its stunning visual effects and powerful performances by Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan. It is part of the Kalki Cinematic Universe (KCU), a futuristic franchise created by Nag Ashwin. (Image: IMDb)
RRR (Rs 550 Crore): Featuring Ram Charan, this 2022 epic period action drama, directed by S. S. Rajamouli, combined action-packed sequences with emotional storytelling and a signature masala mix. The film also stars N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Ajay Devgn, and Alia Bhatt in pivotal roles. Its post-theatrical streaming rights were acquired by Netflix and ZEE5, further boosting the film’s popularity and reach. (Image: IMDb)
Pushpa 2: The Rule (Rs 400 crore – Rs 500 Crore): Allu Arjun starrer and Sukumar directorial, Pushpa 2: The Rule is a sequel to 2021 superhit Pushpa: The Rise. Many believe that the mass formula to simply entertain that the film follows is behind it’s massive success at the box office. The film also features Rashmika Mandanna as Srivalli. (Image: IMDb)
Ponniyin Selvan: I and II (Rs 350 Crore): The films boast a combined budget of an estimated Rs 350 crore. These Indian Tamil-language epic historical fiction action drama films are directed by Mani Ratnam and stars Vikram, Karthi, Ravi Mohan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Trisha Krishnan, and Jayaram, among others. (Image: IMDb)
2.0 (Rs 400 – Rs 500 Crore): The film acts as a standalone sequel to Enthiran, with Rajinikanth portraying a triple role as Vaseegaran, Chitti the Robot, and Kutti. It also stars Akshay Kumar, Amy Jackson, and Adil Hussain. This sci-fi action thriller is recognized as one of the highest-grossing Indian films. (Image: IMDb)
