2024 has been a year of Indian cinema redefining itself—thanks to the unstoppable force of regional films. Pushpa 2: The Rule led the charge, with a jaw-dropping Rs 1,292 crore collection, while Kalki 2898AD, India’s first big-budget sci-fi masterpiece, raked in Rs 1,100 crore, proving there’s a massive audience for ambitious storytelling. From Telugu to Tamil to Hindi, every corner of the industry had its moment, but regional cinema stole the spotlight. Though a handful of Hindi hits like Stree 2 and Singham Again made the list.
While exact figures are speculative, these approximations highlight 2024’s biggest success stories on the big screen. Here’s the top 10
Pushpa 2 Becomes the Highest-Grossing Movie Of 2024; Here Are Top 10 Highest-Grossing Movies to Watch on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, JioCinema and More
1. Pushpa 2: The Rule
Collection: ₹1,292 crore (on-going)
Where to watch: Theatres
The saga of Pushpa Raj continued with even more intensity, swagger, and high-stakes drama. Pushpa 2 picks up where the first film left off, with Pushpa (Allu Arjun) consolidating his empire and facing new threats.
2. Kalki 2898AD
Collection: ₹1,100 crore
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, Netflix
India’s bold foray into sci-fi, Kalki 2898AD (starring Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Amitabh Bachchan), delivered a dystopian saga set in a futuristic world battling environmental collapse. The film combined stunning visuals with a gripping narrative of rebellion, hope, and humanity’s survival.
3. Stree 2
Collection: ₹874.58 crore
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
Bollywood’s standout of the year brought back its beloved mix of horror and comedy. Stree 2 follows the ghostly shenanigans of the titular spirit, as she haunts a new town, forcing old characters to team up for another hilarious and spine-chilling adventure.
4. The Greatest of All Time
Collection: ₹440–456 crore
Where to watch: Netflix
Blending high-octane action with emotional depth, The Greatest of All Time tells the story of an elite agent who, after years of successful operations, retires to embrace a peaceful, unremarkable life. But when the ghosts of a past mission resurface, threatening global security, he is forced to reunite with his old team to stop an impending disaster.
5. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
Collection: ₹417.51 crore
Where to watch: TBA
Kartik Aaryan returned as the cheeky, ghost-busting Rooh Baba in this horror-comedy sequel. This time, the stakes were higher, with a more sinister spirit wreaking havoc in a haunted palace.
6. Singham Again
Collection: ₹389.64 crore
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video (rent)
Rohit Shetty’s larger-than-life cop universe expanded with this action-packed blockbuster. Ajay Devgn reprised his role as the fearless Bajirao Singham, this time taking on an international crime syndicate.
7. Devara: Part 1
Collection: ₹380–521 crore
Where to watch: Netflix
Jr. NTR’s much-awaited Devara delved into the gritty world of coastal politics and family rivalries. Directed by Koratala Siva, this emotional action drama blended high-octane sequences with a deeply personal story of vengeance and redemption.
8. Fighter
Collection: ₹344.46 crore
Where to watch: Netflix
Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone took audiences on a thrilling ride in this aerial combat drama. Directed by Siddharth Anand, Fighter follows the journey of two fighter pilots navigating personal and professional conflicts against the backdrop of an intense national security mission.
9. Amaran
Collection: ₹320 crore
Where to watch: Netflix
Amaran pays tribute to the extraordinary life of Major Mukund Varadarajan, an officer in the Indian Army's Rajput Regiment who made the ultimate sacrifice during a counterterrorism operation in Jammu and Kashmir. The film chronicles his heroic journey, culminating in the mission that earned him the Ashok Chakra posthumously.
10. Hanu-Man
Collection: ₹301–350 crore
Where to watch: JioCinema, Zee5
Hanu-Man tells the story of a petty thief in the tranquil village of Anjanadri who unexpectedly discovers Hanuman-like powers within himself. As an impending threat looms over the village, he must rise to become the hero they desperately need.
