Bollywood had a fantastic year 2025 at the Indian box office, driven by a mix of grand historical epics, nail-biting action thrillers, heartwarming emotional dramas, and popular franchise sequels that
attracted audiences all over the country.
Chhaava led the way, dominating box office receipts and becoming the highest-grossing Bollywood film of the year. A plethora of surprise blockbusters and established franchises followed the film, which perfectly reflected the wide-ranging tastes of Indian moviegoers.
The Hindi film business was characterised by robust theatrical runs and ongoing audience involvement, from big-budget blockbusters to unexpected breakthrough successes, highlighting the lasting popularity of big-screen storytelling in India’s film industry.
Here’s a list of the top 10 highest-grossing Bollywood films of 2025 at the Indian box office and what made each one stand out:
Chhaava
Raked in more than Rs 615.39 crore in India to top the year’s box office list unchallenged. A historical epic that won praise for its grandeur, narrative, and the in-depth acting of the lead cast, Vicky Kaushal.
Saiyaara
Drew Rs 337.69 crore to earn the runner-up spot with its romantic and musical appeal combination. The film went beyond the set expectations and gathered a heavy social media buzz that mainly attracted the youth demographic.
Mahavatar Narsimha
With a collection of Rs 247.96 crore, the film was ranked third among the top-grossing movies of 2025. The high-end effects and the enticing performance of the director’s take on the fable gave rise to the mythical action-drama is being awarded one.
War 2
Despite receiving mixed reviews, the action sequel went on to power up its box office tally to Rs 244.29 crore. A combination of the stellar performances of Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, with the breathless action sequences, attracted more people to the theatres, thus the film achieved great box office success.
Kantara: Chapter 1 (Hindi)
The reason behind the Rs 224.53 crore success was a unique plot, coming from mythology. The craze for local was converted well into a more widely spoken Hindi language, so that more people could understand.
Dhurandhar
The film Dhurandhar surpassed 218 crores, which signals that the movie is doing well in this genre of gritty spy thriller. The appeal of the movie got a boost from the action sequence and a powerful performance by Ranveer Singh.
Housefull 5
Housefull 5 has been able to generate Rs 198.41 crore, successfully extending the franchise’s economic momentum in the comedy genre. The audiences who are lovers of witty humour and star cast were present in theatres for the film premiere, and their attendance greatly facilitated the ticket sales.
Raid 2
Raid 2 managed to accumulate Rs 179.3 crore, which is a great leap from the first film’s admirable success. The fans welcomed the sequel as it lifted the mood with increased drama and tension with open arms.
Sitaare Zameen Par
Sitaare Zameen Par earned Rs 166.58 crore due to its appealing storyline and the strong performances of the cast. It was a hit both commercially and critically, a favourite that won the hearts of families.
Thamma
The film Thamma closed the top 10 with Rs 157.04 crore, a nice blend of cultural themes mixed with the mainstream. The film won a loyal crowd in the theatre due to the sensitive nature of its core and the lovable characters.
