Top 10 Highest Grossing Movies in India of All Time : The Bollywood film industry has witnessed cinema extravaganzas that not only enthralled people but also re-wrote box-office records. We give you a snapshot of the top 10 grossing Indian films of all time, and why they are so unique.
At number one is the 2016 sports-drama Dangal, featuring Aamir Khan, that grossed approximately ₹2,070 crore globally.
Its triumph was powered by a robust local run and a breakout hit in international markets, particularly in China. Following close on the heels is the 2017 epic Baahubali 2: The Conclusion of S. S. Rajamouli and featuring Prabhas — an epic story of power and dynasty that raked in about ₹1,788 crore around the world.
The southern-Indian and pan-India release momentum is also seen in other titles like Pushpa: The Rule – Part 2 (2024) and K.G.F: Chapter 2 (2022). These films rode large distribution and multilingual exposure, with Pushpa: The Rule projected over ₹1,742 crore worldwide.
Hindi-film star power continues to be robust in this list as well. Jawan and Pathaan, the 2023 releases featuring Shah Rukh Khan, set new records with international box office grosses exceeding ₹1,100 crore and ₹1,050 crore, respectively.Another probable leader is the action-drama Animal (2023) with an estimated global gross of approximately ₹918 crore, which reflects the market’s desire for high-energy entertainment.
A key observation through these top tens: Engaging storytelling, massive pan-India release strategies, and robust overseas openings are now formulaic for record-breaker franchises. As observed by Britannica, “major Indian films now open overseas markets, which has helped grow the fan base … thus providing today’s films with a financial edge”.
What really stands out is the shift in the paradigm from regional ancillary releases to multi-language national openings and international releases. Inflation, more marketing spends and online word-of-mouth also come into play — making ₹100 crore a minimum hit in previous years, while today breaking ₹1,000 crore worldwide is fast becoming the benchmark of a mega-blockbuster.
In summary, these top ten movies are landmarks of Indian cinema’s growing commercial strength. From the inspiring true-story appeal of Dangal to the pan-Indian buzz of Pushpa: The Rule, all reflect a mix of star appeal, script ambition and distribution clout. With the industry still reaching new heights, one can forecast more upcoming movies pushing the limits of this list.
