Highlights
Bollywood, the film industry of India, is a name we all are familiar with, blurring the borders for decades. The lavishly rich Indian cinema has its very special flavor of drama, music, and cultural storytelling which becomes a hand of love for all the viewers across the world. Let us explore the top 10 Bollywood films that have achieved remarkable success overseas.
The Top 10 List
| Rank | Title | Collection | Release Year |
| 1 | Dangal | $150,400,000 | 2016 |
| 2 | Secret Superstar | $80,000,000 | 2017 |
| 3 | Bajrangi Bhaijaan | $80,000,000 | 2015 |
| 4 | PK | $53,000,000 | 2014 |
| 5 | Andhadhun | $50,250,000 | 2018 |
| 6 | Pathaan | $49,000,000 | 2023 |
| 7 | Jawan | $46,000,000 | 2023 |
| 8 | Hindi Medium | $36,520,000 | 2017 |
| 9 | Dhoom 3 | $35,600,000 | 2013 |
| 10 | Animal | $31,936,250 | 2023 |
1. Dangal (2016)
Collection: $150,400,000
Overview: Dangal is an Indian biographic sports drama that stars Aamir Khan while portraying the inspirational journey of Mahavir Singh Phogat and his daughters in wrestling. The film connected widely to the audiences all over the globe, particularly to China, because it spoke a universal theme revolving around family bonding and smashing gender stereotypes.
2. Secret Superstar (2017)
Collection: $80,000,000
Overview: Secret Superstar is a movie starring Zaira Wasim and Aamir Khan, where the latter played a difficult role of a music producer. It narrates the story of a small-town young girl who wishes to become a singer despite opposition from society and her family. The film’s screenplay about gender inequality and dreams have caught the imagination of the global viewer, especially in markets like China.
3. Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015)
Collection: $80,000,000
Overview: Salman Khan’s Bajrangi Bhaijaan is a heartwarming tale of cross-border friendship. The story of a man reuniting a lost mute girl with her family in Pakistan touched audiences worldwide, making it a global success.
4. PK (2014)
Collection: $53,000,000
Overview: Aamir Khan’s satirical comedy PK looks into religious dogma and social norms through the eyes of an unsuspecting alien. Superstition and religion’s funny side found great appreciation overseas.
5. Andhadhun (2018)
Collection: $50,250,000
Overview: Andhadhun is a black comedy thriller featuring Ayushmann Khurrana. The film did exceptionally well in China due to its unpredictable narrative and genre-blending approach.
6. Pathaan (2023)
Collection: $49,000,000
Overview: Pathaan is an action spy film featuring Shah Rukh Khan after a very long gap. Its star-studded cast and slick action sequences ensured that this actioner crossed millions in its overseas box offices, particularly in the Indian diaspora.
7. Jawan (2023)
Collection: $46,000,000
Overview: Jawan is another Shah Rukh Khan starrer about a man on a mission to fight societal ills. The film’s financial viability and the powerful message for society were well appreciated across the world.
8. Hindi Medium (2017)
Collection: $36,520,000
Overview: Hindi Medium casts Irrfan Khan and can be best described as an obsession with English-language education in India. The light-hearted yet informative story of the film about the societal pressures found a receptive audience overseas.
9. Dhoom 3 (2013)
Collection: $35,600,000
Overview: The action film Dhoom 3, starring Aamir Khan, was one such film that really went big time abroad owing to its Hollywood stunt and fast-paced plot.
10. Animal (2023)
Collection: $31,936,250
Overview: High-octane crime saga starring Ranbir Kapoor, Animal is an intense crime drama that has captured the attention of the international audience, especially with its interesting storyline involving a revengeful son.
