The Indian film industry is one of the largest and most diverse in the world which persists in making waves globally with its record-breaking movies. In 2024, Indian films have reached new heights, with several flicks achieving blockbuster commercial success with both domestic and global audiences. Nowadays, the Indian box office is witnessing remarkable success with films spanning various genres, from action-packed blockbusters to emotionally gripping dramas which showcases the increasing quality of Indian cinema.
In this article, we will explore the highest-grossing Indian movies of 2024, highlighting the films that have not only dominated the box office but also left a lasting impact on global cinema.
Amaran
Director: Rajkumar Periasamy
Cast: Sivakarthikeyan, Sai Pallavi, Bhuvan Arora
Production House: Raajkamal Films International, Sony Pictures Films India, Turmeric Media, Gold Bless Entertainment
Language: Tamil
IMDB: 8.4
Verdict: All Time Blockbuster
Amaran is the life story of the fallen hero Major Mukund Varadarajan. The film shows the struggles he faced as a veteran and a commoner.
| Budget | 100 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | 65 Cr |
| Pan-Indian Collection | 249 Cr |
| World Wide Collection | 314 Cr – 328 Cr |
Manjummel Boys
Director: Chidambaram
Cast: Soubin Shahir, Sreenath Bhasi, Balu Varghese
Production House: Parava Films
Language: Malayalam
IMDB: 8.2
Verdict: All Time Blockbuster
A group of friends go on a vacation to Guna Caves and one of them falls into a hole in the ground. The hardships faced by the group to save their companion are the main crux.
| Budget | 15 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | Yet to be updated |
| Pan-Indian Collection | 134.1 Cr |
| World Wide Collection | 234.25 Cr – 241.2 Cr |
Hanu Man
Director: Prasanth Varma
Cast: Teja Sajja, Amritha Aiyer, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar
Production House: Primeshow Entertainment
Language: Telugu
IMDB: 7.8
Verdict: Blockbuster
Hanumanthu is a hustler living in a rural village called Anjanadri. He finds a mysterious stone that grants him the powers of Hanuman.
| Budget | 40 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | 30 Cr |
| Pan-Indian Collection | 210 Cr |
| World Wide Collection | 301 – 350 Cr |
Premalu
Director: Girish A.D
Cast: Naslen, Mamitha Baiju, Shyam Mohan
Production House: Bhavana Studios
Language: Malayalam
IMDB: 7.8
Verdict: Blockbuster
Sachin falls in love while he is trying to find a job in the UK. How he conquers the love is the laughter-filled love story.
| Budget | 10 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | Yet to be updated |
| Pan-Indian Collection | 93.65 Cr |
| World Wide Collection | 130.95 Cr – 136.2 Cr |
Aavesham
Director: Jithu Madhavan
Cast: Fahadh Faasil, Hipzster, Mithun Jai Shankar
Production House: Anwar Rasheed Entertainment
Language: Malayalam
IMDB: 7.8
Verdict: Blockbuster
Three teenagers make friends with a gangster to get back at their college bullies.
| Budget | 30 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | Yet to be updated |
| Pan-Indian Collection | 84.5 Cr |
| World Wide Collection | 152.85 Cr – 154.3 Cr |
Kalki 2898 AD
Director: Nag Ashwin
Cast: Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan
Production House: Vyjayanthi Movies
Language: Telugu
IMDB: 7.0
Verdict: SuperHit
Kalki 2898 AD revolves around bounty hunter Bhairava. He was tasked with finding an escaped lab subject guarded by an immortal being. It is one of the top highest-grossing Indian movies in 2024.
| Budget | 550 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | 380 Cr |
| Pan-Indian Collection | 640 Cr |
| World Wide Collection | 1054 Cr – 1200 Cr |
Stree 2: Sarkate Ka Aatank
Director: Amar Kaushik
Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, and Pankaj Tripathi
Production House: Maddock Films, Jio Studios
Language: Hindi
IMDB: 7.0
Verdict: SuperHit
The town of Chanderi was haunted again, so Vicky and his friends did everything they could to protect the innocents.
| Budget | 100 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | Yet to be updated |
| Pan-Indian Collection | 605.8 Cr |
| World Wide Collection | 778.68 Cr – 858.4 Cr |
Pushpa 2: The Rule
Director: Sukumar
Cast: Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, Sreeleela
Production House: AR Film Studio, Muttamsetty Media, Mythri Movie Makers
Language: Telugu
IMDB: 6.8
Verdict: SuperHit
As the new head of the smuggling syndicate, Pushpa took his business internationally. His power attracted old and new enemies to come after him and his family.
| Budget | 550 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | 615 Cr |
| Pan-Indian Collection | Still Running In Theatres |
| World Wide Collection | Still Running In Theatres |
Fighter
Director: Siddharth Anand
Cast: Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor
Production House: Betterfly Films, Manomay Motion Pictures, Marlix Pictures, Prime Focus, Viacom18 Studios
Language: Hindi
IMDB: 6.8
Verdict: SuperHit
A reckless fighter pilot and his team members face inner demons and they prepare for the deadliest mission of their lives.
| Budget | 225 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | Yet to be updated |
| Pan-Indian Collection | 237 Cr |
| World Wide Collection | 344.46 Cr – 355.4 Cr |
Devara Part 1
Director: Koratala Siva
Cast: N T Rama Rao Jr, Janhvi Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan
Production House: NTR Arts, Yuvasudha Arts
Language: Telugu
IMDB: 6.1
Verdict: Average
A fearless sea warrior takes a stand against his fellow village leaders to stop their criminal activities.
| Budget | 250 Cr |
| Pre-Release Business | 180 Cr |
| Pan-Indian Collection | 253.25 Cr |
| World Wide Collection | 443.8 Cr – 521 Cr |
Conclusion
Here is the list of 2024 highest-grossing Indian movies serving as a testament to the evolving dynamics of Indian cinema. These top-grossing movies reflect the changing tastes of audiences, technological advancements in filmmaking, the power of star casts, and most importantly compelling storylines. With an ever-expanding fan base and the rise of digital platforms, the future of Indian cinema looks brighter than ever.
