From ‘Pushpa 2’ to ‘Inside Out 2,’ 2024 witnessed record-breaking hits, powerful performances, and cinematic brilliance across Bollywood and Hollywood.
New Delhi, December 30: The year 2024 proved to be a blockbuster year for both Bollywood and Hollywood, with films showcasing captivating storytelling, stellar performances, and cutting-edge visuals. From sci-fi epics to heartfelt animated sequels, the global box office delivered unforgettable cinematic moments.
Bollywood’s Box Office Titans 2024
1. Kalki 2898 AD
- Star Cast: Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani
- Director: Nag Ashwin
- Box Office Collection: ₹1100 crore (Worldwide)
This sci-fi epic set in a dystopian future featured Prabhas in a power-packed role alongside an ensemble cast. Amitabh Bachchan shared his gratitude on social media, writing, “The essence of Kalki resounds within and without… and my gracious gratitude.”
2. Stree 2
- Star Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, Pankaj Tripathi, Abhishek Banerjee
- Director: Amar Kaushik
- Box Office Collection: ₹850 crore (Worldwide)
The sequel to the 2018 hit ‘Stree’ brought back the eerie charm with a mix of horror and comedy. Director Amar Kaushik expressed gratitude to the audience, saying, “The credit goes to everyone, including the stars, producers, and technicians.”
3. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
- Star Cast: Kartik Aaryan, Madhuri Dixit, Vidya Balan, Triptii Dimri
- Director: Anees Bazmee
- Box Office Collection: ₹422 crore (Worldwide)
This horror-comedy sequel continued to captivate audiences. Kartik Aaryan celebrated its success, sharing on Instagram, “Everything is possible if the audience believes in your story.”
4. Singham Again
- Star Cast: Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone
- Director: Rohit Shetty
- Box Office Collection: ₹300 crore (Worldwide)
Ajay Devgn reprised his iconic role as Bajirao Singham, delivering intense action sequences. Ajay said, “Singham reshaped the portrayal of police officers in Bollywood.”
5. Pushpa 2: The Rule
- Star Cast: Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil
- Director: Sukumar
- Box Office Collection: ₹1500 crore (Worldwide)
The highly anticipated sequel set new benchmarks at the box office. Allu Arjun, overwhelmed by the response, said, “The numbers reflect the love of the audience, and that love will remain forever.”
Hollywood’s Box Office Titans 2024
1. Inside Out 2
- Director: Kelsey Mann
- Star Voices: Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, Kensington Tallman
- Box Office Collection: $1.7 billion
This emotionally charged sequel followed Riley’s teenage years and struck a chord globally with audiences of all ages.
2. Deadpool & Wolverine
- Director: Shawn Levy
- Star Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman
- Box Office Collection: $1.138 billion
The Marvel duo delivered humor and action in this much-awaited sequel, cementing its place as one of the year’s top grossers.
3. Despicable Me 4
- Director: Chris Renaud
- Star Voices: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Pierre Coffin
- Box Office Collection: $969 million
The adorable Minions returned, bringing laughter and joy to audiences worldwide.
4. Dune: Part Two
- Director: Denis Villeneuve
- Star Cast: Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Austin Butler
- Box Office Collection: $714 million
This sci-fi masterpiece continued the epic saga of Paul Atreides, blending stunning visuals and gripping storytelling.
5. Moana 2
- Director: David G. Derrick
- Star Voices: Auli’i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson
- Box Office Collection: $725 million
The adventurous sequel took audiences back to the seas of Oceania, offering a heartwarming story filled with vibrant visuals.
Looking Ahead to 2025
As 2024 comes to a close, the box office has set a high standard for storytelling, performances, and visual effects. With upcoming releases like Salman Khan’s ‘Sikandar,’ Hrithik Roshan’s ‘War 2,’ and Aamir Khan’s ‘Sitaare Zameen Par,’ both Bollywood and Hollywood are set to continue captivating global audiences.
The magic of cinema remains timeless, and the anticipation for 2025’s blockbusters is already building.
