'Pushpa 2' to 'Saiyaara': Fastest films to cross Rs 250 crore mark at the Hindi Box Office
The Hindi box office has witnessed a paradigm shift over the past decade. Gone are the days when a film reaching Rs 100 crore was considered a monumental feat. Today films are easily crossing Rs 200 crore and Rs 300 crore mark.
Amongst recent release
Mohit Suri
's Saiyaara took just 11 days to cross Rs 250 crore mark. , Here's a detailed look at 25 blockbuster films, some from Bollywood, others dubbed in Hindi that crossed the Rs 250 crore mark and how quickly they achieved the feat.
Mohit Suri Spills On 20 Years In Bollywood - Ahaan & Aneet, Alia Bhatt Dream Collab & More
The 250 Crore Club: Speed Rankings
Let's begin with a countdown based on the least number of days taken to cross Rs 250 crore, cutting across languages, themes, and timelines.
Pushpa 2 –
4 Days
– Rs 285.7 Cr
All eyes were on this Allu Arjun-starrer, and it didn't disappoint. With unmatched hype, a blockbuster trailer, and roaring pre-release buzz, Pushpa 2 bulldozed its way to Rs 285.7 crore in just 4 days, setting a new benchmark for dubbed films.
Jawan –
4 Days
– Rs 252.08 Cr
Shah Rukh Khan
's action avatar in Jawan struck gold. The film's emotional high points, mass appeal, and Atlee's directorial prowess made this SRK-starrer a rocket at the box office.
Pathaan
–
5 Days
– Rs 271 Cr
The comeback of Shah Rukh Khan, coupled with patriotic fervor and high-octane action, made Pathaan the event of the year. It galloped to Rs 271 crore in just five days, reaffirming SRK's dominance..
Animal –
5 Days
– Rs 250.66 Cr
Ranbir Kapoor
's brutal, emotionally intense Animal stunned critics and fans alike. With its raw narrative and gripping music, it made it to Rs 250 crore in just five days, solidifying Ranbir's commercial status.
Gadar 2 –
6 Days
– Rs 261.35 Cr
Sunny Deol's return as Tara Singh proved nostalgic gold. Gadar 2, feeding off legacy and crowd emotion, thundered past the Rs 250 crore mark in six days.
Stree 2 –
6 Days
– Rs 255.35 Cr
A surprise entry, Stree 2 blended horror and comedy with social satire, which resonated even more strongly than its predecessor. Rs 255.35 crore in six days—a genre-defying feat.
KGF Chapter 2 –
7 Days
– Rs 255.05 Cr
The Kannada giant rocked the Hindi belt like few had imagined. Yash's charisma, Prashanth Neel's scale, and cinematic punch made KGF 2 a Hindi box office juggernaut.
Baahubali 2 –
8 Days
– Rs 266.15 Cr
The film that changed the landscape of Indian cinema. SS Rajamouli's magnum opus crossed Rs 250 crore in eight days, rewriting history and audience expectations forever.
Chhaava –
9 Days
– Rs 286.75 Cr
One of the most rapid climbers of recent times, Chhaava combined Maratha valor with big-budget spectacle and a rousing soundtrack, attracting massive footfalls.
Dangal –
10 Days
– Rs 264.21 Cr
Aamir Khan's sports biopic rode on critical acclaim and festive family viewership, reaching Rs 264.21 crore in ten days, a rarity for a non-action film.
Sanju –
10 Days
– Rs 265.48 Cr
Ranbir Kapoor's most transformative role helped Sanju sprint to Rs 250 crore in ten days, powered by strong word of mouth and a universally appealing story.
Tiger Zinda Hai –
10 Days
– Rs 254.75 Cr
Salman Khan
and Katrina Kaif's espionage thriller saw massive single-screen turnout and digital-age multiplex fandom come together in its record-setting run.
Saiyaara –
11 Days
– Rs 256.75 Cr
Two fresh faces, new sound, and sweeping romance—that's what Saiyaara brought to the table. With a newcomer lead pair, its 11-day journey to Rs 250 crore made it the dark horse of 2025.
Bajrangi Bhaijaan –
11 Days
– Rs 250.02 Cr
A heartwarming tale of humanity and cross-border goodwill, Salman Khan's Bajrangi Bhaijaan was an emotional juggernaut that united audiences across age and class.
Sultan –
12 Days
– Rs 263.23 Cr
Another Salman starrer, this wrestling drama packed with emotional highs and training montages saw Rs 250 crore in 12 days, driven by Eid release power.
PK –
12 Days
– Rs 255.77 Cr
Rajkumar Hirani and Aamir Khan's social satire crossed the mark in 12 days, proving that intelligent cinema could also be big business.
War –
12 Days
– Rs 260 Cr
Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff's dance of action, stunts, and sleek visuals made War a Diwali blockbuster that zoomed to Rs 250 crore in less than two weeks.
Dhoom 3 –
13 Days
– Rs 252.71 Cr
The third installment of the Dhoom franchise, starring Aamir Khan, showed off Bollywood's flair for heist drama and stylish storytelling.
Tiger 3 –
15 Days
– Rs 252.75 Cr
Although it slowed down due to mixed reviews, Tiger 3 ultimately roared past the line in 15 days, riding on the legacy of the spy universe.
Padmaavat –
18 Days
– Rs 253.80 Cr
With controversy preceding release, Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic drama managed to achieve Rs 250 crore in 18 days, driven by visuals, music, and stellar performances.
Kalki 2898 AD –
18 Days
– Rs 254.60 Cr
A sci-fi epic that blended mythology with futuristic dystopia, Kalki proved that experimental storytelling can pay off at scale.
Kabir Singh –
22 Days
– Rs 251.94 Cr
Despite its polarizing themes, this remake of Arjun Reddy struck a chord with the youth, taking 22 days to hit the milestone.
RRR –
23 Days
– Rs 250.09 Cr
The action epic from Rajamouli featuring Ram Charan and NTR Jr took its time, but the footfalls never stopped, culminating in an epic Rs 250 crore in 23 days.
Tanhaji –
25 Days
– Rs 251.94 Cr
Ajay Devgn's Maratha warrior saga had a slow burn, but like a true warrior, it persisted and conquered the mark in 25 days.
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 –
28 Days
– Rs 251 Cr
Despite a strong start, the horror-comedy sequel took the longest time among these 25—28 days—to get past Rs 250 crore.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Hindustan Times
4 minutes ago
- Hindustan Times
A reminder that what I do matters: Shah Rukh Khan on winning National Film Award
New Delhi, Superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Friday said he was 'overwhelmed with gratitude, pride and humility' after being named best actor at the 71st National Film Awards, his first win at the prestigious film honours in a career spanning over three decades. A reminder that what I do matters: Shah Rukh Khan on winning National Film Award In a video message on Instagram, the 59-year-old actor said the National Film Award serves as a reminder that his work "matters" and encourages him to "keep going, working hard, keep creating and keep serving cinema". Shah Rukh, who shared the award with "12th Fail" actor Vikrant Massey, was rewarded for his performance in filmmaker Atlee's action drama "Jawan" . The movie, which minted over ₹1,100 crore at the worldwide box office, was a high-octane thriller and featured SRK in the dual role of Army officer Vikram Rathore and his jailor son Azad. "I am overwhelmed with gratitude, pride and humility. To be honored with the National Award is a moment that I will cherish for a lifetime," he said in the video message. In the video, the actor's right hand was in a sling following an injury he sustained while shooting for his upcoming film "King". "A national award is not just about achievement. It's a reminder that what I do matters. It tells me to keep going, keep working hard, keep creating and keep serving cinema. "In a world full of noise to be heard, truly heard, is a blessing. And I promise to use this recognition, not as a finish line, but as fuel to continue striving, learning and giving back. This award is a reminder for me that acting is not just work but a responsibility, to show the truth on the screen. I am grateful for all the love," Shah Rukh said. The actor extended his thanks to the award jury, the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, and his recent collaborators directors Rajkumar Hirani , Siddharth Anand and especially Atlee. "Thanks to Atlee sir and his team for giving me the opportunity in 'Jawan' and trusting me to deliver and be worthy of this award. Atlee sir, this is like you say 'mass'," he said. Shah Rukh also gave a special mention to his team, acknowledging their patience and hard work. "I want to thank my team and management, which works tirelessly with me. They bear with me, my eccentricities and impatience and give me their full attention and make me look much better than I am... like even now in this video. This award, without their perseverance and love would not be possible at all. Thank you so much for everything you do," he said. Shah Rukh, who made his film debut with 1992's "Deewana", also expressed gratitude to his family. "My wife and kids who, over the last few years, give me so much more love and care as if I'm the kid in the house and want only the best for me. They know my obsession with cinema takes me away from them, but they all bear it with a smile and allow me the time. So thank you very much for that," he added. The actor also thanked his fans and said they will see him on screen soon. "Thank you for all the cheers and all the tears, and really, thank you for pausing your scrolling while watching my award. This award is for you, as each award is and yeah, I would love to spread my arms for you and share my love, but I'm a bit indisposed. But don't worry, just keep the popcorn ready. I'll be back in theaters and soon on the screen. So till then, just with one hand," he said. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Pink Villa
5 minutes ago
- Pink Villa
Son of Sardaar 2 opens lower than Son of Sardaar in India - Day One Box Office comparison
Son of Sardaar 2, starring Ajay Devgn, Mrunal Thakur, Ravi Kishan and others, has begun its box office run. Serving as the sequel to 2012 comedy film, Son Of Sardaar, the second instalment opened with a below-par figure. Son of Sardaar 2 opens lower than the 2012 released first instalment Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, Son of Sardaar 2 debuted with just Rs 6 crore to Rs 6.50 crore net on its opening day, today. It is not only a dull start but also a lower figure than the opening day figure of its first instalment. For the record, Son Of Sardaar had collected Rs 9.50 crore net on its opening day. Even if one doesn't consider ticket inflation, the opening day figure of Son Of Sardaar 2 still looks dwarf in front of its prequel as the first film had faced a tough competition with Shah Rukh Khan 's Jab Tak Hai Jaan. The latest outing of Ajay Devgn also faced a clash with Dharma Productions' Dhadak 2, however, both have nominal buzz among the audience. Day 1 box office comparison of Son Of Sardaar and Son of Sardaar 2: Movie Net India Day 1 Son of Sardaar (2012) Rs 9.50 crore Son of Sardaar 2 (2025) Rs 6.75 crore The original movie had Sanjay Dutt, Juhi Chawla, and Sonakshi Sinha as the three main characters apart from Ajay Devgn. Moreover, Salman Khan had made a guest appearance in the movie, which took its buzz a notch higher. Son of Sardaar ended up doing Rs 88 crore net in its lifetime and emerged as a HIT venture. Looking at the current trends and initial word-of-mouth of Son Of Sardaar 2, it is likely to wrap its theatrical run much lower than its prequel. Don't be surprised if it ends up collecting just half of its first part. The movie has opened to average to poor reviews, which are hampering its business. If the movie had met with superlative word-of-mouth, things would have been much better. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more updates. Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources and our research. The figures can be approximate, and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However, they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question.
Pink Villa
5 minutes ago
- Pink Villa
Shah Rukh Khan says ‘acting is responsibility' on winning National award, shares video wearing elbow sling as he recovers post surgery
Shah Rukh Khan won his first National Film Award for 2023 released movie Jawan in a career spanning over 33 years. Following the announcement, the King actor dropped a video of him while thanking the jury for the honor and fans for always standing by him. Shah Rukh Khan took to his micro-blogging site Twitter (now X) and dropped a video message. He said, "Namaskaar and adaab. Needless to say, I'm overwhelmed with gratitude, pride, and humility to be honored with the National award that I'll cherish for a lifetime. Thank you so much to the jury, the chairman, the I&B ministry and everyone who thought I was worthy of this one. I would like to thank all of my directors and writers, especially for the year 2023. So, thank you Raju sir, thank you Sid and especially, thank you Atlee sir and his team for giving me the opportunity in Jawan." The actor further added, "I want to thank my team and management which works tirelessly with me. They bear with my eccentricities and impatience and give me their full attention and make me look much better than I am. This award, without the perseverance and love, would not be possible at all. Thank you so much for everything you do. My wife and kids, who over the last few years gave me so much more love and care as if I am the kid in the house and want only the best for me. They know my obsession with cinema takes me away from them but they all bear it with a smile and allow me the time. So, thank you so much for that. The Pathaan actor went on to add, "The national award is not just about achievement; it's a reminder that what I do matters. It tells me to keep going, keep working hard, keep creating, and keep serving cinema." "In a world full of noise to be heard, truly heard, is a blessing, and I promise to use this recognition not as a finish line but as fuel to continue striving, learning, and giving back. It is a reminder that acting is not a job but a responsibility to bring truth to the screens. And then lastly to my fans, thank you for all the cheers and all the tears. Really, thank you for pausing your scroll while watching my work. This award is for you, as each award is. I would love to spread my arms for you and share my love, but I'm a bit indisposed. But don't worry, just keep the popcorn ready, I'll be back in theatres and soon on the stream, so till then, just with one hand 'ready'," the Superstar concluded. In the video clip of 2 minute and 17 seconds long, Shah Rukh Khan can be seen wearing a black Tee and a white beanie. His right arm is in a medical sling- suggesting that the actor is recovering from the injuries he got on the sets of his next venture, King. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for more.
