Records in the film industry are often meant to be surpassed, and Indian cinema continually proves this adage true. In this article, we delve into the six films that have not just crossed the Rs 1000 Crore Milestone but have set a whole new standard in the industry.
Previously, entering the Rs 100 crore club was a notable achievement, but now, thanks to global audiences, even small-budget movies with compelling narratives manage to touch this benchmark. However, the current trend is the 1000 Crore club, and here are some of the movies along with their colossal collections:
Dangal (2016)
‘Dangal’ not only set records by being the first film to enter the 1000 crore club but also went on to break another milestone, surpassing Rs 2000 crore in collections, a feat unmatched by any other film. The movie amassed a staggering Rs 2070 crore.
Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)
The second installment of the Baahubali series, starring Prabhas, created a cinematic upheaval, raking in an impressive Rs 1788 crore in its lifetime.
RRR (2022)
Featuring top-tier actors like Junior NTR and Ramcharan and helmed by S. S. Rajamouli, the director of ‘Baahubali,’ ‘RRR’ swiftly climbed the ladder to become one of Indian cinema’s highest-grossing films, amassing a staggering Rs 1230 crore.
K.G.F: Chapter 2 (2022)
The year 2022 witnessed two South Indian films crossing the Rs 1000 crore mark. ‘K.G.F: Chapter 2,’ the sequel to the hit film ‘KGF,’ featuring Yash, emerged as a cinematic marvel, earning Rs 1215 crore at the box office.
Pathaan (2023)
Marking Shah Rukh Khan’s comeback after a hiatus, ‘Pathaan’ garnered immense adoration from fans, emerging as one of Bollywood’s biggest hits, amassing a total of Rs 1055 crore.
Jawan (2023)
Following a massive hit, Shah Rukh Khan released his second film of the year, also achieving massive success at the box office with earnings of Rs 1160 crore. Additionally, Shah Rukh is set for his third release, ‘Dunki,’ scheduled to hit theaters on December 22 this year.
Note: All figures are sourced from Sachnik.
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