Which 9 Indian movies are part of ₹1,000-crore club?
The Indian film industry has been on a roll in recent years, with several movies achieving unprecedented success at the box office. The ₹1,000-crore club, which was once considered a distant dream, has now become a reality for many Indian films. Recently, ‘Dhurandhar’ became the ninth Indian movie to cross the ₹1,000-crore mark globally, taking just 21 days to reach the milestone. This achievement has sparked a lot of interest among movie enthusiasts, with many wondering which other Indian movies have achieved this feat.
At the top of the list is ‘Dangal’, which is the highest-ever grossing Indian movie. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, ‘Dangal’ is a biographical sports drama film that tells the story of Mahavir Singh Phogat, a former wrestler who trains his daughters to become international wrestlers. The movie, which was released in 2016, grossed over ₹2,000 crores at the box office, making it one of the most successful Indian films of all time.
Another movie that has achieved immense success is ‘Baahubali 2: The Conclusion’. Directed by S.S. Rajamouli, this epic historical fiction film is the sequel to ‘Baahubali: The Beginning’ and tells the story of Amarendra Baahubali, a king who is destined to save his kingdom from his evil uncle. The movie, which was released in 2017, grossed over ₹1,800 crores at the box office, making it one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.
‘Pushpa 2’ is another movie that has joined the ₹1,000-crore club. Directed by Sukumar, this action drama film tells the story of Pushpa Raj, a coolie who becomes a gangster in the red sandalwood smuggling business. The movie, which was released in 2022, has grossed over ₹1,000 crores at the box office, making it one of the most successful Indian films of the year.
‘RRR’ is another movie that has achieved immense success. Directed by S.S. Rajamouli, this epic action drama film tells the story of two Indian revolutionaries, Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem, who fight against the British colonial rule in India. The movie, which was released in 2022, has grossed over ₹1,200 crores at the box office, making it one of the highest-grossing Indian films of all time.
‘K.G.F: Chapter 2’ is another movie that has joined the ₹1,000-crore club. Directed by Prashanth Neel, this action drama film tells the story of Rocky, a young man who becomes a gangster in the Kolar Gold Fields. The movie, which was released in 2022, has grossed over ₹1,200 crores at the box office, making it one of the most successful Indian films of the year.
‘Kalki 2898 AD’ is a science fiction film that has also achieved immense success. Directed by Nag Ashwin, this film tells the story of a young man who is transported to the future and must fight to save humanity from an alien invasion. The movie, which was released in 2023, has grossed over ₹1,000 crores at the box office, making it one of the most successful Indian films of the year.
‘Jawan’ is another movie that has joined the ₹1,000-crore club. Directed by Atlee, this action drama film tells the story of a young man who becomes a gangster to avenge his family’s death. The movie, which was released in 2023, has grossed over ₹1,000 crores at the box office, making it one of the most successful Indian films of the year.
Lastly, ‘Pathaan’ is a spy thriller film that has also achieved immense success. Directed by Siddharth Anand, this film tells the story of a RAW agent who must stop a terrorist from carrying out a deadly attack on India. The movie, which was released in 2023, has grossed over ₹1,000 crores at the box office, making it one of the most successful Indian films of the year.
In conclusion, the ₹1,000-crore club is no longer a distant dream for Indian movies. With several films achieving this feat in recent years, it’s clear that the Indian film industry is on the rise. From ‘Dangal’ to ‘Dhurandhar’, these movies have shown that Indian cinema has the potential to compete with the best of the world.
The success of these movies can be attributed to a combination of factors, including good storytelling, strong direction, and talented actors. Additionally, the increasing popularity of Indian cinema globally has also contributed to the success of these movies.
As the Indian film industry continues to grow and evolve, it will be interesting to see which other movies join the ₹1,000-crore club in the future. With several big-budget movies lined up for release in the coming years, it’s likely that we will see many more Indian films achieving this feat.
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