Have you ever been curious about knowing the Indian films that have really lit the box office around the world on fire? Then you are at the right place.
Indian cinema does not consist only of spectacular dance performances and spectacular speeches of honest men; each film has conquered cinemas around the globe, breaking records and becoming the talk of the town in every city, from Mumbai to Los Angeles.
This is a more personal and detailed examination of the Indian movies that have earned the most money all over the world up until August 2025. TechDuffer is bringing back familiar names, some surprises, and much that you will want to add to your watchlist.
Quick Look: The Ultimate Blockbusters
First, let’s check out the top 10 Indian Movies in a handy table—because who doesn’t love an at-a-glance leaderboard?
| Rank | Movie Name | Release Year | Worldwide Collection (INR Crore) | Language | Lead Cast | Director |
| 1 | Dangal | 2016 | 2,070 | Hindi | Aamir Khan, Sakshi Tanwar | Nitesh Tiwari |
| 2 | Baahubali 2: The Conclusion | 2017 | 1,742 | Telugu/Hindi | Prabhas, Rana Daggubati | S.S. Rajamouli |
| 3 | Pushpa 2: The Rule | 2024 | 1,640 | Telugu | Allu Arjun, Fahadh Faasil | Sukumar |
| 4 | RRR | 2022 | 1,320 | Telugu/Hindi | NTR Jr, Ram Charan | S.S. Rajamouli |
| 5 | Jawan | 2023 | 1,160 | Hindi | Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara | Atlee |
| 6 | KGF: Chapter 2 | 2022 | 1,005 | Kannada | Yash, Srinidhi Shetty | Prashanth Neel |
| 7 | Pathaan | 2023 | 1,055 | Hindi | Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone | Siddharth Anand |
| 8 | Baahubali: The Beginning | 2015 | 650 | Telugu/Hindi | Prabhas, Anushka Shetty | S.S. Rajamouli |
| 9 | Animal | 2023 | 915 | Hindi | Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna | Sandeep Reddy Vanga |
| 10 | Chhaava | 2025 | 808 | Hindi | Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna | Laxman Utekar |
1. Dangal: A Real-Life Story that Won the World
Could there be any bigger superstar than Aamir Khan when it comes to high-stakes storytelling? As much as Dangal, which was a sentimental film that chronicles the story of wrestling champion Mahavir Singh Phogat and his two daughters, impressed an Indian audience, it swept up China as well!
It had a universal quality to its family design, its rags-to-riches spirit, and the raw emotion. At its wrap, it had raked in 2,070 crore worldwide and thus, besides being the biggest bolter ever in India, the movie was also one that parents and dreamers could buy.
2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion: Why Did Kattappa Kill Baahubali?
If you were anywhere in India in 2017, you’ll remember that singular question echoed everywhere! Director S.S. Rajamouli created a production inception- A visual banquet- breathtaking sets, CGI wonders, and action that could not be forgotten.
Prabhas and Rana Daggubati were turned into household names, and the jaw-dropping 1,742 crore box office collection of the movie demonstrated how epic fantasies in India could compete with Hollywood blockbusters. The thrill of seeing it on the big screen? Pure goosebumps.
3. Pushpa 2: The Rule: Mass Appeal, Redefined
Released in 2024, Allu Arjun had the swagger, and Sukumar had the style as it stormed into the box office with Pushpa 2. There was an electric charge the moment this Indian Movie released, and the movie flew past the 1,000 crore mark quicker than any film before it, and eventually, the movie ended up with 1,640 crores.
With punchy dialogues, thumping music, and that now-iconic “Pushpa pose”, this Tollywood sensation showed the power of blending masala with muscle.
4. RRR: Two Heroes, One Vision
Not many Indian Movies can claim a worldwide hype quite like RRR. Casting superstar friends NTR Jr. and Ram Charan as revolutionaries, Rajamouli delivered a roaring spectacle. What made RRR special wasn’t just its action—but its heart.
Audiences from Tokyo to Texas fell in love with its joyous bromance and show-stopping musical numbers. No wonder it soared to ₹1,320 crore globally!
5. Jawan: Shah Rukh Khan’s Electrifying Comeback
SRK fans got everything they wished for with “Jawan”—action, style, romance, and attitude. It was a multi-starrer extravaganza, with Nayanthara shining opposite SRK and Atlee’s slick direction amplifying every punch.
Crossing ₹1,160 crore, it proved that King Khan still rules both Indian and overseas screens. And that metro-robbery sequence? A total crowd-pleaser.
6. KGF: Chapter 2: Kannada Cinema’s Big Moment
The career of Yash as Rocky Bhai exploded to an epic peak with KGF: Chapter 2. The grim, gritty quality of the film, combined with its relentless action, saw audiences captivated, no longer restricted to South India.
At 1,005 crore, Kannada cinema had now officially made it to the mainstream, and the legend of Rocky had well and truly dragged its heels into pan-Indian fandom.
7. Pathaan: Spies, Stunts, and Shah Rukh
The making of Shah Rukh Khan into a travelling spy was delightful in Pathaan. Having exotic locations, adrenaline-filled stunts, and Deepika Padukone bring glam and grit and the movie generated records by reaching 1000 + crore. The catchy, off-the-chart tunes and the meme-able one-liner punchlines ensured that it became a pop sensation as much as a blockbuster film.
8. Baahubali: The Beginning: Where the Frenzy Began
The first movie to launch the impulse, Baahubali: The Beginning, not only made us acquainted with a new bright fantasy world, but it also established a new benchmark within Indian cinema.
It set the stage for mega-budget Indian Movies and cross-language movies, and of course, left us with the greatest cliff-hanger ever, 650 crores, and that too worldwide.
9. Animal: Ranbir Kapoor Like You’ve Never Seen
In 2023, the movie Animal by Vanga carried with it a new and crude energy on the screen. The violence-filled and family-related story, the performance of Ranbir Kapoor with his intensity and charisma, of the Rashmika Mandanna all made this a must-watch.
The numbers are self-explanatory, literally 915 crores at the box office, and viewers were completely captivated in its crazy ride.
10. Chhaava: An Epic Newcomer
The newest and the most unexpected one, the historical drama of “Chhaava,” struck the audiences out of their seats with its epic storytelling, the Vicky Kaushal and Akshaye Khanna stellar performance, and its visionary filmmaking.
With global earnings of 808 crore by mid-2025, it is obvious that audiences, as well as critics, of India are still in love with a period extravaganza.
What Drives These Indian Movies to Blockbuster Status?
Indian movies are becoming grand, audacious, spreading into new realms that they never reached. This has been enabled by some of the latest trends such as:
- Pan-India Releases: Movie-makers even, at the time of release, made their examples multipurposely dubbed, to ensure that the folks of Delhi and Dindigul alike could see the film on the premiere day.
- Overseas Frenzy: Indian films even have zealous fans in foreign countries such as China, North America, the Middle East, and even Japan.
- Next-Level Visuals: Injections of VFX, itchy choreography, and foreign destinations bring on the wow!
- Stories Close to Home: Movies that are based on the Indian culture or based on reality, e.g., Dangal or Chhaava, tend to resonate with the audience on a universal emotional level.
Final Thoughts: Indian Cinema’s Golden Run
With such figures, one thing is clear: Indian filmmakers aren’t thinking bigger- they are dreaming global. Whether they are based on the wrestling rings of Haryana or the fantasy kingdoms of Mahishmati, Indian films have been gathering stories that are more local and universal at the same time.
They are crossing regional boundaries, making crores, and by the way, giving us all (except the crore makers) something to be obsessed with at the box office.
Thus, regardless of your preference in emotional biopics, thunderous battle sequences, or twist thrillers, it has never been a better time to be an Indian cinema fan. And with the future ahead of us, we may all wonder just what movie will be at the top of this list next.
If you haven’t caught up on some of these titles, consider this your Indian Movies marathon checklist—happy watching!
