Lights, camera, and Bollywood magic have dazzled the silver screens in the first half of 2025, setting the stage for a spectacular show in the second act of the year. As we gear up for more drama, romance, and action-packed thrillers, let’s rewind and delve into the glitzy report card of the Hindi film industry.
Picture this: Over 23 Bollywood blockbusters graced the theaters from January to June 2025, captivating audiences nationwide and raking in a staggering Rs 1,695 crore at the Indian box office. The crown jewel of this cinematic spectacle was none other than Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, which not only conquered hearts but also amassed a mammoth Rs 555 crore net in Hindi alone, with an additional Rs 566 crore nationwide, including its dubbed South version.
The cinematic rollercoaster didn’t stop there! Raid 2 emerged as a box office superhero, soaring to a lifetime earnings of Rs 165 crore. Meanwhile, the laughter riot Housefull 5 joined the club with a solid Rs 165 crore, sealing its fate with an ‘Average’ verdict. Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par continues to twinkle on the big screen, poised to match the success of Raid 2 and Housefull 5, earning a well-deserved ‘Clean Hit’ status.
On the flip side, Salman Khan’s much-anticipated comeback in Sikandar turned out to be a box office misfire, mustering only Rs 100 crore in net collections. Nevertheless, Jaat and Kesari Chapter 2 injected some adrenaline into the box office race, wrapping up their theatrical run with respectable earnings ranging from Rs 85 crore to Rs 90 crore in India.
Now, as the curtains rise for the second half of 2025, all eyes are on the star-studded line-up featuring the much-awaited War 2, Jolly LLB 3, Thama, and more. With the buzz building and anticipation soaring, industry insiders predict that the Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR starrer might just steal the show and emerge as the year’s highest-grossing blockbuster.
Let’s take a rewind through some of the noteworthy 2025 first-half releases and their net domestic box office collections:
– Fateh: Rs 10 crore
– Emergency: Rs 16 crore
– Azaad: Rs 6.50 crore
– Sky Force: Rs 109 crore
– Deva: Rs 35 crore
– Loveyapa: Rs 7 crore
– Chhaava: Rs 566 crore
– Mere Husband Ki Biwi: Rs 4 crore
– Crazxy: Rs 11 crore
– Superboys of Malegaon: Rs 4.50 crore
– The Diplomat: Rs 37 crore
– Sikandar: Rs 100 crore
– Jaat: Rs 85 crore
– Kesari Chapter 2: Rs 90.25 crore
The stage is set, the stars are aligned, and Bollywood is ready to paint the town red with entertainment extravaganza in the upcoming months. So grab your popcorn, settle into your seats, and get ready to be swept away by the magic of Indian cinema!
Source: PINKVILLA