The Hindi market has become an important measure of how successful South Indian films are, with many blockbusters breaking records. As more people across the country watch these films, the box office competition is getting tougher. Here’s a look at the top openers:
1. Pushpa 2: The Rule - Rs 65 Crore
Allu Arjun’s action thriller stormed the Hindi box office, surpassing Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan (Rs 63.87 crore) to become the biggest opener for a South Indian film and any Hindi release.
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2. KGF: Chapter 2 - Rs 52.39 Crore
Yash’s blockbuster benefited from a holiday release and continues to be a massive draw for Hindi-speaking audiences.
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3. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion - Rs 40.73 Crore
SS Rajamouli’s epic still remains iconic for its record breaking footfalls and fan frenzy during its opening day.
4. Saaho - Rs 25 Crore
Prabhas’ action thriller opened strong, cementing his pan India appeal among Hindi audiences.
5. Kalki 2898 AD - Rs 20 Crore
The ambitious sci-fi spectacle starring Prabhas also made waves with a solid day one collection.
6. 2.0 - Rs 19.74 Crore
Rajinikanth and Akshay Kumar’s sci-fi performed impressively in Hindi, showing the crossover potential of South superstars.
7. RRR - Rs 19.38 Crore
Rajamouli’s magnum opus starring Ram Charan and Jr NTR made a strong impact despite competition, proving the film’s pan-India appeal.
8. Kantara Chapter 1 - Rs 16 Crore
Rishab Shetty’s surprise hit managed a robust opening in Hindi, finishing eighth on the list despite high expectations.
9. Salaar - Rs 15.73 Crore
Prabhas’ latest action film earned well even with a box office clash, showing his consistent pull in the Hindi market.
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