Chhaava to Dragon, Top 10 Highest-Grossing Films of first quarter of 2025

Highest grossing films of first quarter of 2025

The first quarter of 2025 showcased the true diversity and power of Indian cinema, with major box office hits emerging across Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam industries. Here’s a look at the top-grossing films that ruled the charts.

1. Chhaava (Hindi) – Rs 781.87 Crore

Starring Vicky Kaushal, this historical epic based on the life of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj emerged as the biggest success of the quarter. Audiences were captivated by its emotional storytelling, powerful visuals, and grand scale.

2. Sankranthiki Vasthunam (Telugu) – Rs 225–300 Crore

A festive blockbuster, this mass entertainer combined family emotions, drama, and high-energy action, making it a Sankranti favourite and a major box office force in the Telugu-speaking regions.

3. L2: Empuraan (Malayalam) – Rs 250 Crore

Mohanlal’s return in this much-awaited sequel delivered a gripping political-action thriller that attracted audiences nationwide, becoming one of Malayalam cinema’s highest grossers ever.

4. Game Changer (Telugu) – Rs 178 Crore

Directed by Shankar and starring Ram Charan, this political thriller impressed with its intense action and high-concept plot, though critical reception was mixed.

5. Dragon (Tamil) – Rs 150 Crore

A visually rich fantasy drama, Dragon captivated audiences with its mythology-inspired storytelling and technical brilliance, especially in VFX and cinematography.

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6. Sky Force (Hindi) – Rs 144–168.60 Crore

Set during the 1965 Indo-Pak war, this patriotic action film starring Akshay Kumar earned praise for its gripping plot and emotional depth, appealing to both mass and urban audiences.

7. Vidaamuyarchi (Tamil) – Rs 138 Crore

Ajith Kumar’s survival-action drama focused on perseverance and human willpower, receiving strong support from fans and good word-of-mouth.

8. Sikandar (Hindi) – Rs 136.08 Crore

An intense crime drama with a gripping performance by John Abraham, Sikandar drew attention for its gritty storyline and tight screenplay.

9. Daaku Maharaaj (Telugu) – Rs 115 Crore

A rural revenge saga with larger-than-life moments, this film struck a chord with audiences in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, boosting its box office numbers.

10. Thandel (Telugu) – Rs 100 Crore

This romantic action drama won hearts with its emotional core and mass appeal, marking a strong performance for Naga Chaitanya in the lead role.