Most Profitable Movies of 2023: The year 2023 witnessed a roller-coaster ride in the Indian film industry, with releases spanning various genres, featuring A-list actors, and, of course, stirring up controversies. As the curtains draw on the cinematic journey of the year, it’s time to unveil the most profitable movies of 2023 that not only captivated audiences but also set the cash registers ringing.
List of Most Profitable Movies of 2023
The Kerala Story
Kicking off the list is Adah Sharma starrer ‘The Kerala Story.’ Despite controversies surrounding its release, the film left audiences in awe, raking in a staggering 238.27 crores against a modest budget of 30 crores. With a remarkable return of 694.23%, it set the tone for a blockbuster year.
Gadar 2
Sunny Deol’s return as Tara Singh in ‘Gadar 2’ sparked widespread rage, transcending negative reviews. The film broke records with an impressive 525.50 crores at the Indian box office, earning returns of 600.66% against a budget of 75 crores.
Animal
Ranbir Kapoor and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s collaboration in ‘Animal’ set the box office on fire, benefiting from the controversies surrounding it. Currently running in theatres, the film has already amassed 537.27 crores, achieving returns of 168.63% against its 200-crore budget.
12th Fail
Vikrant Massey’s ‘12th Fail‘ emerged as a surprise success, relying solely on positive word-of-mouth. Made on a modest budget of 20 crores, the film earned 51.93 crores, boasting returns of 159.65%.
OMG 2
Despite facing a clash with ‘Gadar 2,’ Akshay Kumar and Pankaj Tripathi starrer ‘OMG 2’ managed an impressive business of 150 crores, garnering positive reactions from the audience. It achieved returns of 130.76% against a budget of 65 crores.
Pathaan
Shah Rukh Khan’s much-awaited comeback in ‘Pathaan’ turned out to be a historic success, breaking pre-existing records at the Indian box office. Made at a lavish budget of 250 crores, the film earned a colossal 543.22 crores, enjoying returns of 117.28%.
Jawan
Continuing his winning streak, Shah Rukh Khan delivered another record-smasher with ‘Jawan.’ With a budget of 300 crores, the film did a splendid business of 640.42 crores, surpassing even the achievements of “Pathaan” and enjoying returns of 113.47%.
Fukrey 3
Closing in on the list is the multistarrer comedy ‘Fukrey 3,’ led by Varun Sharma and Pulkit Samrat. Riding on the goodwill of its predecessors and favourable word-of-mouth, the film earned 95.54 crores against a cost of 45 crores, boasting returns of 112.31%.
Despite high expectations, Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Dunki’ missed the top 10 most profitable list of 2023, possibly due to competition and varied audience preferences. However, the film remains noteworthy for its potential contributions to cultural discourse and artistic endeavours.
Beyond box office numbers, the films of 2023 left a lasting impact. ‘The Kerala Story’ highlighted storytelling potency, ‘Animal’ capitalized on controversies, and ’12th Fail’ showcased the power of positive word-of-mouth. The clash between ‘OMG 2’ and ‘Gadar 2’ reflected diverse audience preferences, while Shah Rukh Khan’s comeback in ‘Pathaan’ and ‘Jawan’ reinforced his stardom. ‘Fukrey 3’ emphasized franchise loyalty, adding unpredictability to the success formula.
