The year 2023 had been phenomenal for Bollywood, with lots of record-breaking hits and high-grossing movies worldwide. From action-packed thriller movies to heartbreaking romances, fans have been gifted with lots of variety in movies. Now let’s take a look at the Top 10 grossing Bollywood movies of 2023, along with some interesting details about their cast and budget:
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| Rank | Title | Worldwide Gross (crore) |
| 1 | Jawan | 1,148.32 |
| 2 | Pathaan | 1,050.30 |
| 3 | Animal* | 915.31 |
| 4 | Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire* | 712.16 |
| 5 | Gadar 2 | 690.54 |
| 6 | Tiger 3 | 466.63 |
| 7 | Dunki* | 452.87 |
| 8 | Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani | 355.61 |
| 9 | Adipurush | 350-450 (Estimates vary) |
| 10 | The Kerala Story | 303.97 |
*Note: Animal, Salaar, Dunki, and Adipurush are still running in cinemas worldwide, so their final gross may increase.
Top 10 Grossing Bollywood movies of 2023
1. Jawan:
- Box Office Gross: ₹1,148.32 crore (US$140 million)
- Budget: ₹500 crore (US$62 million)
- Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi
- Genre: Action thriller
Shah Rukh Khan’s much awaited movie “Jawan”, dominated the box office with its High-energy action scenes and powerful performances. The film, directed by Atlee, boasts a staggering budget and showcases Khan in a never-seen-before avatar. Thus, it secures the first spot in Top 10 grossing Bollywood movies of 2023.
2. Pathaan:
- Box Office Gross: ₹1,050.3 crore (US$130 million)
- Budget: ₹350 crore (US$43 million)
- Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and John Abraham
- Genre: action thriller
Another Shah Rukh Khan starrer, Pathaan, followed closely behind Jawan, raking in over ₹1 billion at the box office. This Siddharth Anand-directed action thriller reunites the iconic trio of Khan, Padukone, and Abraham. Pathaan’s success further in 2023, action thrillers became the dominant genre in Bollywood.
3. Animal:
- Box Office Gross: ₹915.53 crore (US$110 million) (still running)
- Budget: ₹400 crore (US$50 million)
- Cast: Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandana, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol
- Genre: crime thriller
Animal, the third highest-grossing film of the year, is a tough crime thriller directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Animal’s ongoing run-in theatres promises even higher box office numbers in the coming weeks.
4. Salaar: Part 1—Ceasefire:
- Box Office Gross: ₹712.16 crore (US$87 million) (still running)
- Budget: ₹550 crore (US$68 million)
- Cast: Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan
- Genre: action thriller
Prabhas, the Telugu cinema superstar, made his Bollywood debut with Salaar: Part 1. The film received widespread acclaim for its action sequences and Prabhas’s captivating performance. Directed by Prashanth Neel, the movie shows us the brutal underworld gangs and their activities. Its ongoing success proves the charm of Prabhas.
5. Gadar 2:
- Box Office Gross: ₹691.08 crore (US$87 million)
- Budget: ₹250 crore (US$31 million)
- Cast: Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel
- Genre: Period romance
Reviving the nostalgia of the 2001 blockbuster Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, Gadar 2 brought back the iconic pairing of Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel. Directed by Anil Sharma, the movie shows the struggles and hardships of a couple amidst the set back from events in the past. Gadar 2’s success points that love stories, when wrapped with the right elements, can attract audiences in a big way.
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6. Tiger 3:
- Box Office Gross: ₹466.63 crore (US$57 million)
- Budget: ₹300 crore (US$37 million)
- Cast: Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, and Emraan Hashmi
- Genre: action-spy thriller
Salman Khan’s iconic Tiger franchise returned with a bang in Tiger 3, reuniting him with Katrina Kaif for another high-octane adventure. Directed by the renowned Maneesh Sharma, the film portrays Tiger and Zoya facing new threats and continuing a mission filled with thrilling action scenes and stunning spots. Tiger 3 well maintained the franchise’s box office dominance, proving Salman Khan’s stardom and fan following.
7. Dunki:
- Box Office Gross: ₹452.87 crore (US$55 million) (still running)
- Budget: ₹400 crore (US$50 million)
- Cast: Shah Rukh Khan, Taapsee Pannu
- Genre: social comedy
Shah Rukh Khan completes his hattrick on this list with Dunki, a Rajkumar Hirani-directed social comedy. This film marks the first collaboration between Shah Rukh Khan and Taapsee Pannu, giving an enjoyable mix of humor and social events. This is the 3rd movie of SRK which is in Top 10 grossing Bollywood movies of 2023.
8. Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani:
- Box Office Gross: ₹355.61 crore (US$43 million)
- Cast: Alia Bhatt, Ranveer Singh
- Genre: Romantic comedy
Karan Johar’s much-anticipated directorial venture, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani, brought on-screen the sizzling chemistry of Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh. This romantic comedy promises a whirlwind of laughter, romance, and larger-than-life characters, catering to Bollywood’s traditional audience. Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani’s success proves that the charm of classic Bollywood rom coms remains unfaded.
9. Adipurush:
- Box Office Gross: ₹350-450 crore (estimates vary)
- Budget: ₹500 crore (US$62 million)
- Cast: Prabhas, Kriti Sanon, Saif Ali Khan
- Genre: Mythological drama
Om Raut’s masterpiece, Adipurush, took audiences on a visual spectacle by retelling the epic Ramayana from Rama’s perspective. This high-budget CGI-driven film flaunts a huge cast led by Prabhas and Kriti Sanon, with Saif Ali Khan playing the Ravana role. While box office estimates vary, Adipurush’s visuals have made lot of the viewers unsatisfied.
10. The Kerala Story:
- Box Office Gross: ₹303.97 crore (US$37 million)
- Budget: ₹50 crore (US$6.2 million)
- Cast: Sreenivasan, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Mammooty
- Genre: Drama
Forget fancy CGI and action heroes! “The Kerala Story” stole hearts with a sweet tale of an old film operator and his love for movies. This low-budget gem shows that powerful stories, even without big stars, can still win audiences and find success. It’s a feel-good reminder that good cinema comes in all sizes. This is at the 10th place in Top 10 grossing Bollywood movies of 2023.
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These are just the Top 10 Grossing Bollywood movies of 2023, but 2023 truly belonged to a diverse range of Bollywood films that captivated audiences across India and the world. With action thrillers dominating the box office, Shah Rukh Khan proving his comeback king status, and smaller gems like The Kerala Story finding their place, 2023 marked a year of cinematic richness and storytelling prowess for Bollywood.
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