Indian cinema has been entertaining audiences for over a century, producing films that are loved both domestically and globally. From grand historical dramas to heart-pounding action thrillers, some movies have managed to cross unimaginable box office numbers, rewriting history along the way.
Here’s a list of the top 10 highest-grossing Indian movies of all time (as of 2025), based on worldwide earnings.
1. Dangal (2016)
Worldwide Gross: ₹2,024 crore
Cast: Aamir Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sanya Malhotra
Why It’s Special: Inspired by the real-life story of wrestler Mahavir Singh Phogat, Dangal not only became a blockbuster in India but also smashed records in China, earning praise for its emotional depth and powerful performances.
2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)
Worldwide Gross: ₹1,810 crore
Cast: Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, Rana Daggubati
Why It’s Special: The epic fantasy set new benchmarks for Indian filmmaking with its grand scale, visual effects, and storytelling, leaving fans finally satisfied with the answer to “Why Kattappa killed Baahubali.
3. RRR (2022)
Worldwide Gross: ₹1,300 crore
Cast: N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Ram Charan, Alia Bhatt
Why It’s Special: S. S. Rajamouli’s fictional period drama wowed global audiences, even winning an Oscar for Best Original Song (Naatu Naatu).
4. KGF: Chapter 2 (2022)
Worldwide Gross: ₹1,230 crore
Cast: Yash, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon
Why It’s Special: With raw action, emotional storytelling, and a stylish portrayal of Rocky Bhai, KGF 2 became a cultural phenomenon.
5. Pathaan (2023)
Worldwide Gross: ₹1,050 crore
Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, John Abraham
Why It’s Special: SRK’s big comeback was a spy-action extravaganza that thrilled audiences and set records in the YRF Spy Universe.
6. Jawan (2023)
Worldwide Gross: ₹1,150 crore
Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi
Why It’s Special: Packed with action, social themes, and double SRK magic, Jawan broke several box office records in its opening week.
7. Animal (2023)
Worldwide Gross: ₹915 crore
Cast: Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor
Why It’s Special: This intense father-son action drama by Sandeep Reddy Vanga shocked audiences with its raw violence and emotional depth.
8. PK (2014)
Worldwide Gross: ₹854 crore
Cast: Aamir Khan, Anushka Sharma
Why It’s Special: A satirical take on religion and human behavior, PK became one of Bollywood’s most successful and thought-provoking films.
9. 2.0 (2018)
Worldwide Gross: ₹800 crore
Cast: Rajinikanth, Akshay Kumar, Amy Jackson
Why It’s Special: The sci-fi spectacle with stunning visual effects showcased Indian cinema’s technical advancements to the world.
10. Chhaava (2025)
Worldwide Gross: ₹790 crore (and counting)
Cast: Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna
Why It’s Special: This historical action drama about Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj has already broken several 2025 records and continues to perform strongly in theatres.
From sports dramas to epic historical sagas and adrenaline-pumping action flicks, these films have proven that Indian cinema is capable of matching global standards in both storytelling and box office success.
With upcoming blockbusters like War 2 and Ramayana, we might see new entries in this list very soon.