Aamir Khan's December 25th Magic: Ghajini & 3 Idiots Rewrote Box Office History

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News18•25-12-2025, 19:36
Aamir Khan's December 25th Magic: Ghajini & 3 Idiots Rewrote Box Office History
- •Aamir Khan's Ghajini (2008) and 3 Idiots (2009) released on December 25th in consecutive years, revolutionizing Bollywood.
- •Ghajini, a gritty revenge saga, was the first Hindi film to cross the Rs 100-crore mark, setting a new financial benchmark.
- •Aamir's physical transformation for Ghajini and his convincing portrayal of a college student in 3 Idiots highlighted his versatility.
- •3 Idiots, a thought-provoking drama, broke the Rs 200-crore barrier domestically and achieved massive global success, including in China.
- •Both films, despite their contrasting genres, had immense commercial success and cultural impact, altering Bollywood's storytelling.
Why It Matters: Aamir Khan's Ghajini and 3 Idiots, released on Dec 25, redefined Bollywood's box office and narrative.
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