As 2025 hits its halfway mark, the worldwide box office has offered a striking mix of spectacle, sentiment, and surprises. Leading the charge by a landslide is Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava, a historical epic that has not only set benchmarks in India but has also captivated global audiences to emerge as the undisputed frontrunner of the year. Following it are Raid 2 and Housefull 5, both very different in tone but equally determined in their box office conquests.
Chhaava has firmly established itself as the box office giant of 2025 so far, with a staggering Rs. 797.34 crore worldwide collection. Its domestic dominance was expected, given its scale and subject, but what’s truly remarkable is its equally strong overseas response, which has contributed a significant chunk to its total. The film’s international gross of over USD 10 million highlights how a deeply rooted Indian story, when told with conviction and cinematic grandeur, can resonate across cultures.
The second position belongs to Ajay Devgn’s Raid 2, which earned Rs. 243.06 crore globally. While its performance is no match for Chhaava, it has comfortably outshone most other titles this year. Compared to the original Raid, the sequel has shown both narrative evolution and commercial growth, with its grounded storytelling translating well even in international markets like UAE and Singapore, where Devgn’s action dramas have traditionally done well.
Just behind it is Housefull 5, which collected Rs. 236.15 crore worldwide. While the comedy caper didn’t witness the franchise’s best opening in India, its brand value helped it maintain steady earnings across territories. In the UK and Australia, where the Housefull series has enjoyed loyal fans, the film performed above expectations. It also proved that in a year where intense dramas dominated, there’s still room — and appetite — for over-the-top, ensemble-driven comedies.
Salman Khan’s Sikandar comes in at number four with Rs. 176.18 crore. While its domestic run was steady but unspectacular by Salman’s standards, its overseas figures gave it a healthy boost. The Gulf and Canada were key markets, reinforcing the actor’s enduring appeal among international audiences even when the material doesn’t always land universally.
Fifth on the chart is Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par, which raked in Rs. 190.16 crore globally. Though quieter in tone and not as bombastic in scale, the film made its mark with strong word-of-mouth and family-friendly themes. Its international earnings were particularly heartening, as it found a place among diaspora audiences in North America and Australia, markets that continue to respond to Aamir’s brand of emotionally resonant cinema.
Akshay Kumar’s Sky Force is close behind at Rs. 168.88 crore. While not his highest-grossing project, the film marked a rebound from a series of mid-range hits, with its aerial combat scenes and patriotic undertone connecting with both Indian and global audiences. The film saw decent traction in the UAE and UK, although its overseas pull didn’t quite match Kesari Chapter 2, his other patriotic offering this year.
Kesari Chapter 2 brought in Rs. 144.35 crore globally, relying heavily on the goodwill of its predecessor and a strong performance in countries with significant Sikh populations. Though the film didn’t quite scale the heights of the original Kesari, it nonetheless marked a solid entry into the year’s global top ten.
The real surprise of the year, however, has been Jaat, the Sunny Deol action-drama that exploded into the Top 10 with Rs. 119.24 crore. With a massive push from Canada and the UK, the film punched above its weight and underlined once again that Sunny Deol’s cinema with cultural depth and genre energy can break into global markets with the right strategy.
Ninth place goes to Bhool Chuk Maaf, a mid-budget relationship drama that managed Rs. 90.78 crore. Though not a major commercial juggernaut, its placement in the Top 10 reflects a changing audience appetite for realistic, character-driven stories — both at home and abroad. Rounding out the list is Deva, which collected Rs. 51.73 crore globally. While its earnings may not seem monumental, the regional film carved out an impressive international presence through strong critical acclaim, festival buzz, and well-placed international screens.
In a year that has celebrated big spectacles and personal stories alike, the worldwide box office of 2025 so far tells a clear tale — star power still matters, but audiences are now increasingly embracing diversity in storytelling and language. Whether it’s a rooted historical like Chhaava, a diaspora-friendly family drama like Sitaare Zameen Par, or a breakout like Jaat, and Bhool Chuk Maaf Bollywood continues to find new ways to travel far and wide.
Top 10 highest worldwide grossers of 2025
Chhaava – Rs. 797.34 cr.
Raid 2 – Rs. 243.06 cr.
Housefull 5 – Rs. 236.15 cr.
Sikandar – Rs. 176.18 cr.
Sitaare Zameen Par – Rs. 190.16 cr.
Sky Force – Rs. 168.88 cr.
Kesari Chapter 2 – Rs. 144.35 cr.
Jaat – Rs. 119.24 cr.
Bhool Chuk Maaf – Rs. 90.78 cr.
Deva – Rs. 51.73 cr.