Bollywood Box Office Year-Ender 2025: Top 10 Films That Brought Back Houseful Shows (Instagram)
New Delhi: Bollywood ended 2025 on a strong note at the box office. After years of ups and downs, a mix of star vehicles, fresh stories and wide audience appeal brought crowds back to cinemas across India. A handful of films not only made big money but also sparked conversations on screen quality and box office power this year.
Audiences responded to varied storytelling, from epic biopics to action thrillers and youthful romances. Several films crossed major revenue milestones and unlocked houseful shows from metros to smaller cities.
Actor Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' stood tall as the top-grossing Hindi film of 2025. The high-octane spy thriller drew crowds with its slick action and ensemble cast. It crossed Rs 550 crore in India and became one of the year's most talked-about films. Critics praised its performances and production values, though its long runtime got mixed reactions.
Earlier in the year, 'Chhaava' was the first big hit of 2025 and crossed Rs 716 crore in India. A historical drama featuring actor Vicky Kaushal, the film struck a chord with audiences and collected strong numbers in India and overseas. Its storytelling and emotional depth helped it claim a top spot among the year’s leading grossers.
'Saiyaara' emerged as one of Bollywood's biggest surprises and crowd-pullers. Starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, the film blended romance and drama, earning over Rs 300 crore in India and enjoying success on streaming platforms after its theatrical run. Its memorable scenes and chemistry between the leads kept fans talking.
The suspenseful sequel 'War 2' carried forward the legacy of its franchise with strong action sequences and star power. The film, which earned about Rs 236 crore in India, stars Hrithik Roshan, N. T. Rama Rao Jr., who made his Hindi film debut and Kiara Advani in the lead roles. The film delivered solid returns at the box office and cemented its place among the year’s commercial successes.
Not all hits were live-action. 'Mahavatar Narsimha', a mythological animated feature, became the highest-grossing Indian animated film of the year and drew family audiences nationwide. The animated film crossed Rs 290 crore in India and its success highlighted growing acceptance for varied formats in big screens.
Actor Aamir Khan's 'Sitaare Zameen Par' was both a critical and box office winner. The film’s thoughtful storytelling and strong performances helped it stand out as a respectable grosser, appealing to a broad cross-section of moviegoers. The film collected Rs 200 crore at the domestic box office.
The sequel 'Raid 2' kept audiences engaged with gritty investigation and tense drama. While not at the very top of the charts, it proved a profitable addition to the year’s successful slate. The film, starring Ajay Devgn and Riteish Deshmukh, collected Rs 206 crore at the domestic box office.
The Housefull franchise returned with 'Housefull 5', a comedic whodunit aboard a luxury cruise. The film delivered respectable business and landed in the top ten grossers despite mixed critical feedback. Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' collected Rs 183 crore in India.
Sikandar offered standard action tropes and solid star presence but leaned heavily on familiar plotlines. It still managed a place in the year's top earners, proving that action films remain a dependable draw. The action-packed film, starring Salman Khan, collected Rs 130 crore in India.
Rounding out the list was 'Thamma', a family drama that charmed audiences with its heartfelt narrative. It cemented Bollywood’s continued ability to make space for emotionally driven stories in a star-dominated market. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana's latest horror comedy collected Rs 157 crore in India.
2025 will be remembered as a year when theatres filled up again. From big star vehicles to relatable emotional tales and animated features, the diversity in cinema drew viewers back into theatres. Many industry experts believe the mix of content and strategic releases helped restore box office confidence.
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