IMDb has released its list of the 10 Most Popular Indian Movies of 2025 based on the actual page views of its 250 million monthly visitors worldwide. Surprisingly, the top spot was claimed by the romantic musical Saiyaara, featuring debutants Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, directed by Mohit Suri.
Saiyaara, which was released on July 18, became a massive hit, grossing over ₹500 crore globally and establishing itself as the highest-grossing Indian romantic film ever.
The Top 10 Most Popular Indian Movies of 2025
| Rank | Title | Language | Key Cast / Note |
| 1 | Saiyaara | Hindi | Romantic Musical (Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda) |
| 2 | Mahavatar Narsimha | Multi-lingual | First animated film on the year-end list |
| 3 | Chhaava | Hindi | Period drama (Vicky Kaushal) |
| 4 | Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 | Kannada | Rishab Shetty’s mythological prequel |
| 5 | Coolie | Tamil | Rajinikanth starrer |
| 6 | Dragon | Tamil | Coming-of-age comedy |
| 7 | Sitaare Zameen Par | Hindi | Aamir Khan starrer |
| 8 | Deva | Hindi | Shahid Kapoor starrer |
| 9 | Raid 2 | Hindi | Ajay Devgn sequel |
| 10 | Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra | Malayalam | Fantasy project |
The list showcases a strong regional presence with five Hindi titles, two Tamil titles, and one each in Kannada and Malayalam.
The Unexpected Blockbuster: Saiyaara
The film’s success propelled its lead actors to instant stardom, with Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda also securing the top two positions on IMDb’s Most Popular Indian Stars of 2025 list.
- Plot Summary: The film tells the story of Krish Kapoor (Ahaan Panday), a struggling, troubled musician, who meets Vaani Batra (Aneet Padda), an aspiring journalist and poet recovering from heartbreak. Their collaboration on music leads to a deep romantic bond. However, their journey takes a tragic turn when Vaani is diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, testing Krish’s commitment and love. The film is loosely based on the 2004 Korean film A Moment to Remember.
- Director’s Vision: Mohit Suri‘s directorial style, known for romantic musicals like Aashiqui 2, was credited with bringing a deep emotional chord and clear vision that resonated with global audiences.
The success of Saiyaara highlights a return to prominence for the musical romance genre in Bollywood.