Over a thousand films are produced in India annually, with their fate decided at the box office every Friday. Some films are rejected by audiences, while others receive love and generate significant revenue. Let’s explore the movies that have earned the most in their opening week.
Jawan
The film “Jawan,” starring Shah Rukh Khan, was a hit released last year that grossed Rs 391.33 crore in its first week. The action drama also featured Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone, and Nayanthara. Directed by popular South director Atlee, the movie was loved by the audience and was a huge success at the box office.
Pathaan
Shah Rukh Khan’s film stands at number two on the list, achieving immense success at the box office. The movie raked in over a thousand crores, with Rs 364.15 crores earned in its first week. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film also starred John Abraham and Deepika Padukone alongside Shah Rukh Khan.
Animal
Ranbir Kapoor’s film “Animal,” released last year, has made it to a prestigious list. Despite mixed audience reviews due to its theme, the movie grossed over 900 crore at the box office, with 338.63 crore in its first week. Despite facing controversies and criticism, the film’s success remained unaffected.
Gadar 2
Gadar 2, starring Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel, ranks fifth in box office earnings. The sequel directed by Anil Sharma grossed Rs 284.63 crore in the first week and a total of Rs 691 crore overall. The film, released last year, follows the success of its predecessor Gadar released in 2001, featuring Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, and the late actor Amrish Puri.
Stree 2
Maddock Films’ horror comedy Stree 2 entertained the audience with its sequel to the 2019 hit Stree. The film features the original cast reprising their roles and has surpassed Rs 400 crore at the global box office. It earned Rs 290.85 crore in its first week, ranking fourth in the list of highest-grossing Hindi films.