New Delhi: Even before the year draws to a close, the Indian film industry has witnessed an unprecedented box-office surge in 2025. With over 1,500 films released across multiple Indian languages, only a select few managed to dominate ticket sales nationwide and overseas.
According to data from Sacnilk, 1,519 films released in 2025 have collectively earned ₹12,291.27 crore worldwide. Notably, the top 10 highest-grossing films alone contributed ₹4,443.42 crore, accounting for more than one-third of the total box-office revenue so far. Among these, Dhurandhar, currently ranked third, continues its strong theatrical run and is widely expected to climb higher in the coming weeks.
Top 10 Highest-Grossing Indian Films of 2025 (Worldwide)
1. Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1
Collection: ₹852.26 crore
Language: Kannada
Release Date: October 2, 2025
Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 has emerged as the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 so far. A prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara, the film delivered an extraordinary theatrical performance despite mixed critical reception. Produced by Hombale Films, the movie was reportedly made on a budget of ₹125 crore.
2. Chhaava
Collection: ₹807.91 crore
Language: Hindi
Release Date: February 14, 2025
Vicky Kaushal-starrer Chhaava became one of Bollywood’s biggest box-office successes of the year. The historical action drama, based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, earned praise for Akshaye Khanna’s portrayal of Aurangzeb. The film was produced on a reported budget of ₹90–130 crore.
3. Dhurandhar
Collection: ₹634 crore (12 days)
Language: Hindi
Release Date: December 5, 2025
Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar turned into an overnight box-office phenomenon. After opening at ₹28 crore, the film recorded massive growth, especially during its second week. Starring Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, R. Madhavan, and Sanjay Dutt, the film was made on a budget of ₹225–250 crore and is expected to challenge the top two positions if its momentum continues.
4. Saiyaara
Collection: ₹570.33 crore
Language: Hindi
Release Date: July 18, 2025
Released with minimal promotions, Saiyaara defied all expectations to become the highest-grossing Indian romantic film of all time. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film introduced Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda and was widely appreciated for its music and emotional storytelling. The film was made on a budget of ₹45–60 crore.
5. Coolie
Collection: ₹518 crore
Language: Tamil
Release Date: August 14, 2025
Rajinikanth’s Coolie was among the most anticipated releases of the year. Mounted on a massive budget of ₹400 crore, the action entertainer featured a star-studded cast including Aamir Khan, Nagarjuna, and Soubin Shahir. Despite high expectations, the film delivered a moderate box-office performance.
6. War 2
Collection: ₹364.35 crore
Language: Hindi/Telugu
Release Date: August 14, 2025
Despite massive pre-release hype surrounding Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s collaboration, War 2 failed to meet expectations. Critics cited weak writing and execution as major drawbacks. The film earned ₹364.35 crore worldwide against a reported budget of ₹400 crore.
7. Mahavatar Narsimha
Collection: ₹326.82 crore
Language: Animated (Hindi/Telugu)
Directed by Ashwin Kumar, Mahavatar Narsimha emerged as a surprise success. Produced on a budget of just ₹40 crore, the animated mythological epic earned widespread appreciation for its visual quality, becoming a rare commercial triumph for Indian animation.
8. Lokah Chapter One: Chandra
Collection: ₹303.86 crore
Language: Malayalam
Release Date: August 28, 2025
Produced by Dulquer Salmaan, Lokah Chapter One: Chandra turned into a massive regional hit. Made on a modest budget of ₹30 crore, the film earned more than ten times its production cost, cementing its place among 2025’s biggest success stories.
9. They Call Him OG
Collection: Top 10 Grosser
Language: Telugu
They Call Him OG secured its place among the year’s highest-grossing films, reflecting the continued audience demand for high-energy action entertainers.
10. Housefull 5
Collection: ₹288.67 crore
Language: Hindi
Despite negative reviews for its crude humour, Housefull 5 managed to draw audiences to theatres. The ensemble comedy starred Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Jackie Shroff, and Johnny Lever and was produced on a budget of ₹225–240 crore.
Box Office Snapshot (2025 So Far)
- Total films released: 1,519
- Total worldwide gross: ₹12,291.27 crore
- Top 10 combined gross: ₹4,443.42 crore
Top 10 highest-grossing Indian movies 2025 – Full box office report
| Rank | Film Name | Worldwide Collection | Domestic Net | Lead Cast | Release Date |
| 1 | Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 | Rs 852.26 crore | Rs 622.38 crore | Rishab Shetty | 2nd of October |
| 2 | Chhaava | Rs 807.91 crore | Rs 601.54 crore | Vicky Kaushal, Akshaye Khanna, Rashmika Mandanna | 14th of February |
| 3 | Dhurandhar | Rs 634 crore (Day 12) | Rs 411.75 crore | Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna | 5th of December |
| 4 | Saiyaara | Rs 570.33 crore | Rs 329.73 crore | Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda | 18th of July |
| 5 | Coolie | Rs 518 crore | Rs 285.01 crore | Rajinikanth | 14th of August |
| 6 | War 2 | Rs 364.35 crore | Rs 236.55 crore | Hrithik RoshanJr NTR | 14th of August |
| 7 | Mahavatar Narsimha | Rs 326.82 crore | Rs 251.3 crore | Animated film | 25th of July |
| 8 | Lokah Chapter One: Chandra | Rs 303.86 crore | Rs 157.01 crore | Kalyani Priyadarshan | 28th of August |
| 9 | They Call Him OG | Rs 295.22 crore | Rs 194.16 crore | Pawan Kalyan | 25th of September |
| 10 | Housefull 5 | Rs 288.67 crore | Rs 183.38 crore | Akshay Kumar AbhishekBachchan Riteish Deshmukh | 6th of June |
