Absolutely! 2023 was an incredible year for Indian cinema, with several movies smashing box office records and captivating audiences across the country. From heartwarming dramas to adrenaline-pumping action flicks, the top 10 highest-grossing Indian films of the year left an unforgettable mark, not just for their commercial success but for the stories they told and the emotions they evoked. Let’s take a quick tour through these blockbuster hits that redefined the movie-going experience and made 2023 an extraordinary year for Indian cinema
Jawan
Rank: 1 | Box Office Collection: ₹1,148 crore globally
Shah Rukh Khan soared high in this action-packed thriller, raking in ₹1,148 crore globally. Directed by Atlee in his Hindi debut, this Red Chillies Entertainment production stars SRK alongside Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone, Priyamani, and Sanya Malhotra. The gripping tale follows a father-son duo battling corruption.
Pathaan
Rank: 2 | Box Office Collection: ₹1,050 crore globally
SRK returned with a bang, amassing ₹1,050 crore worldwide in this Siddharth Anand directorial, the fourth installment in the YRF Spy Universe. Featuring Deepika Padukone, John Abraham, and others, the film unravels the story of a RAW agent, working with an ISI agent to thwart a deadly virus threat.
Gadar 2
Rank: 3 | Box Office Collection: ₹691 crore globally
Sunny Deol’s sequel to “Gadar: Ek Prem Katha” collected ₹691.08 crore globally. Directed by Anil Sharma, the film revolves around the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 and stars Ameesha Patel and Utkarsh Sharma.
Jailer
Rank: 4 | Box Office Collection: ₹610 crore globally
Rajinikanth’s action-packed escapade amassed ₹607–610 crore worldwide. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, this Sun Pictures production boasts an ensemble cast and follows a retired jailer’s pursuit of an eccentric idol smuggler.
Leo
Rank: 5 | Box Office Collection: ₹620 crore globally
Thalapathy Vijay’s “Leo” grossed ₹605.25–620.50 crore globally and continues to enthrall audiences. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, this Tamil-action thriller features a star-studded cast and follows the tale of a café owner pursued by relentless gangsters.
Animal
Rank: 6 | Box Office Collection: ₹527 crore globally
Ranbir Kapoor’s action drama fetched ₹527.6 crore globally. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, this T-Series production revolves around revenge after an assassination attempt on the protagonist’s father.
Tiger 3
Rank: 7 | Box Office Collection: ₹462 crore globally
Salman Khan’s action thriller earned ₹462.73 crore worldwide. Directed by Maneesh Sharma, this Yash Raj Films venture continues the gripping story of RAW agent Tiger and ISI agent Zoya facing grave accusations.
Salaar
Rank: 8 | Box Office Collection: ₹402 crore globally (till yesterday)
Prabhas starred in Prashanth Neel’s latest hit, grossing ₹402 crore worldwide within days of its release. The movie is going strong at the box office and seems to break many more records in the coming times.
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
Rank: 9 | Box Office Collection: ₹355 crore globally
Ranveer Singh’s romantic drama collected ₹355.61 crore globally. Directed by Karan Johar, this Viacom18 Studios and Dharma Productions film narrates the tale of two contrasting personalities contemplating marriage.
Adipurush
Rank: 10 | Box Office Collection: ~₹350 crore globally
Prabhas starred in this mythological action film based on the Hindu epic Ramayana, grossing ₹353–450 crore worldwide. Directed by Om Raut, the film is noted for its grand scale and star-studded cast, featuring Saif Ali Khan, Kriti Sanon, and others.
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