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List of Indian Films in the 1000 Crore Club

The 1000 Crore Club signifies an elite group of Indian films achieving unprecedented global box office success. This list features the highest-grossing titles, including Dangal, Baahubali 2, and Pushpa 2, marking significant milestones in cinematic history.

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The "1000 Crore Club" stands as the pinnacle of commercial success in Indian cinema, a testament to a film's monumental global appeal and box office prowess. This exclusive group comprises movies that have shattered previous earning records, demonstrating the expanding reach and financial might of Indian productions worldwide. These films not only achieve staggering numbers but also redefine benchmarks for storytelling, production scale, and audience engagement, setting new standards for the industry. Leading this illustrious club is Dangal (2016), which amassed an astounding ₹2,024 crore, showcasing the immense potential of sports biopics with universal themes. Closely following is Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) with ₹1,810 crore, a landmark achievement that solidified the pan-Indian appeal of regional cinema. The recent entry of Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024) with ₹1,800 crore, alongside RRR (2022) at ₹1,300 crore and KGF: Chapter 2 (2022) with ₹1,200 crore, underscores a significant trend: the increasing dominance of South Indian films on the national and international stage. These figures reflect not just individual film successes but a broader shift in audience preferences and distribution strategies. The consistent addition of films to the 1000 Crore Club highlights a robust and evolving Indian film industry. This phenomenon encourages producers to invest in larger-than-life narratives, high-quality visual effects, and extensive marketing campaigns, knowing the potential for unprecedented returns. The success of these blockbusters also fuels a competitive environment, pushing creative boundaries and fostering cross-regional collaborations. As the industry continues to innovate and expand its global footprint, the expectation is that more films will join this elite club, further elevating Indian cinema's stature on the world stage in the coming years.

#	Name
1	Dangal (2016) – ₹2,024 crore
2	Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017) – ₹1,810 crore 2017, Telugu S. S. Rajamouli's epic fantasy drama, starring Prabhas, Anushka Shetty, Rana Daggubati, and Tamannaah Bhatia, grossed approximately ₹1810 crore globally. It was the first Indian film to cross the ₹1000 crore mark worldwide and set new benchmarks for scale, visual effects, and nationwide releases in Indian cinema.
3	Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024) – ₹1,800 crore 2024, Telugu Directed by Sukumar and starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, this action film achieved a monumental success at the box office, grossing around ₹1832 crore worldwide. It is noted for being the fastest Indian film to enter the ₹1000 crore club and demonstrated immense strength across various language belts.
5	RRR (2022) – ₹1,300 crore
6	KGF: Chapter 2 (2022) – ₹1,200 crore 2022, Kannada Directed by Prashanth Neel and starring Yash, this action film brought Kannada cinema to international prominence, collecting around ₹1275 crore worldwide. Its gritty tone and mass appeal resonated across multiple languages, making it a significant pan-India success.
7	Jawan (2023) – ₹1,148 crore
8	Pathaan (2023) – ₹1,050 crore
9	Dangal 2016, Hindi This biographical sports drama, directed by Nitesh Tiwari and starring Aamir Khan, remains the highest-grossing Indian film of all time, with a worldwide collection of approximately ₹2070.30 crore. Its success was significantly boosted by its exceptional performance in China, redefining the global potential of Indian cinema.
10	RRR 2022, Telugu Another masterpiece from S. S. Rajamouli, starring Jr NTR and Ram Charan, this action epic collected around ₹1390 crore worldwide. Its success was driven by strong domestic performance and significant international momentum, amplified by its award season buzz in the West.
11	Dhurandhar 2025, Hindi This spy-action thriller, directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, quickly joined the elite club, grossing approximately ₹1354.84 crore worldwide. It achieved the milestone as the fastest Indian film to cross ₹1000 crore within just 21 days and emerged as a defining box-office success for 2025.
12	Jawan 2023, Hindi Directed by Atlee and featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, and Vijay Sethupathi, 'Jawan' marked a significant comeback for Shah Rukh Khan, grossing approximately ₹1163.62 crore worldwide. The film showed exceptional overseas strength and broke multiple box office records.
13	Kalki 2898 AD 2024, Telugu/Hindi Directed by Nag Ashwin, this sci-fi dystopian drama starring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, and Deepika Padukone successfully blended mythology and science fiction, achieving a worldwide gross of approximately ₹1130 crore.
14	Pathaan 2023, Hindi Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, and John Abraham, this action-packed film grossed around ₹1069.85 crore globally. It was a major comeback for Shah Rukh Khan and notable as the first Bollywood film to achieve this milestone without a release in China.

This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 13, 2026.

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