From War 2 to Saiyaara: Bollywood’s Day 1 Blockbusters

From War 2 to Sayyara: Bollywood’s Day 1 Blockbuster

War 2 – ₹84.6 Cr

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Chhaava – ₹33.1 Cr

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Sikandar – ₹30.06 Cr

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Saiyaara – ₹24.35 Cr

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Kantara Chapter 1 (Hindi) – ₹21 Cr

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Raid 2 – ₹19.71 Cr

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Housefull 5 – ₹15.3 Cr

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Jolly LLB 3 – ₹12.5 Cr

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Baby John – ₹11.1 Cr

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Stories That Refused to Stay Silent: Caste on Screen in 2025

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