Indian Cinema Soars in 2025: Kantara, Dhurandhar Lead Top 10 Box Office Hits

• Indian cinema generated ₹12,291.27 crore in 2025 from over 1,500 films; top 10 earned ₹4,443.42 crore.
• The year saw unprecedented cross-market appeal, with Kannada, Hindi, and Southern films achieving global reach.
• Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 led with ₹851.89 crore, followed by Chhaava (₹807.91 cr) and Dhurandhar (~₹700+ cr).
• Films like Mahavatar Narsimha and Lokah Chapter One: Chandra demonstrated success with low budgets and strong word-of-mouth.
• Rajinikanth's Coolie and Pawan Kalyan's They Call Him OG also made significant global impact.

Why It Matters: 2025 was a landmark year for Indian cinema, showcasing diverse films, global reach, and massive box office success.