The first quarter of 2025 proved to be a golden period for Indian cinema, with massive box office hits across Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam industries.
Audiences embraced grand spectacles, gripping thrillers, and emotional dramas, making it a record-breaking start to the year.
From historical sagas like Chhaava to comedy movie Dragon, here are the Highest-Grossing Indian Movies of 2025 that ruled the charts!
Highest-Grossing Indian Movies of 2025 So Far:
1. Chhaava (Hindi) – Rs 781.87 Crore
Vicky Kaushal’s epic portrayal of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj turned this historical drama into a cinematic sensation.
The film’s powerful storytelling, grand visuals, and emotionally charged narrative struck a chord with audiences, making it the undisputed box office champion of the quarter.
2. Sankranthiki Vasthunam (Telugu) – Rs 225–300 Crore
A perfect festive entertainer, this mass action-drama blended high-energy sequences with strong emotional depth.
It became a Sankranti favorite and drew massive crowds, particularly in Telugu-speaking regions.
3. L2: Empuraan (Malayalam) – Rs 250 Crore
Mohanlal’s highly anticipated sequel delivered a gripping mix of politics and action, enthralling audiences across India.
The film set new benchmarks in Malayalam cinema, cementing its place among the industry’s biggest hits.
4. Game Changer (Telugu) – Rs 178 Crore
Ram Charan teamed up with director Shankar for this politically charged thriller that featured intense action and a compelling plot.
While opinions on the film varied, its impressive box office numbers proved its mass appeal.
5. Dragon (Tamil) – Rs 150 Crore
6. Sky Force (Hindi) – Rs 144–168.60 Crore
The film struck a balance between mass appeal and critical appreciation.
7. Vidaamuyarchi (Tamil) – Rs 138 Crore
Ajith Kumar delivered a gripping survival-action drama centered on resilience and human endurance.
Strong word-of-mouth and the actor’s massive fan base helped propel the film to box office success.
8. Sikandar (Hindi) – Rs 136.08 Crore
Salman Khan’s big action spectacle didn’t impress the audiences and critics, but still managed to collect a respectable total till now!
Salman’s star power came into play, and the film opened to a normal opening and collected 135 crores till now!
9. Daaku Maharaaj (Telugu) – Rs 115 Crore
This rural revenge saga, filled with larger-than-life moments and powerful performances, resonated with audiences in smaller cities and towns, pushing it into the list of top earners.
10. Thandel (Telugu) – Rs 100 Crore
A mix of romance and action, this emotional drama struck the right chord with fans.
Naga Chaitanya’s performance added to the film’s appeal, making it a solid performer at the box office.
From grand historical tales to thrilling action dramas, Indian cinema kicked off 2025 with a bang.
With such a power-packed start, the rest of the year promises even bigger blockbusters!
Lead Image: TOI, Maddock Films, The Hollywood Reporter India
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