KESARI (2019): Starring Akshay Kumar, the film dramatized the historic Battle of Saragarhi. 'Kesari' was particularly praised for its intense yet restrained final stand sequence. The movie earned Rs 155.70 crore in India and Rs 208.80 crore worldwide, proving that patriotic dramas continue to draw big audiences during holiday releases.
(Poster courtesy: Shraddha Kapoor/Facebook)
TU JHOOTI MAIN MAKKAAR (2023): Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor's rom-com brought color, chaos, and fun to the Holi box office. Its appeal lay in a modern take on breakups and commitment, with scenic sequences shot in Spain adding visual freshness. It earned Rs 147.28 crore in India and surpassed Rs 220 crore globally.
BADRINATH KI DULHANIYA (2017): The undeniable chemistry between Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt was the film’s biggest draw. Blending small-town romance with a strong message about women’s independence, it stood out through Alia’s character, who refuses to settle for less. At the box office, the film earned Rs 117.89 crore in India, with a global total of Rs 201.07 crore.
RACE (2008): The film delivered sleek thrills to the Holi box office, featuring Saif Ali Khan and Akshaye Khanna as brothers entangled in a web of deception. Its twist-heavy screenplay kept audiences guessing, turning every revelation into a surprise. The film earned Rs 60.64 crore in India and closed with a worldwide total of Rs 103.73 crore.
Vidya Balan in a still from 'Kahaani'. (Photo courtesy: IMDB)
KAHAANI (2012): Vidya Balan virtually carried the film on her shoulders, portraying a pregnant woman on a relentless search for her missing husband in Kolkata. Made on a modest budget, it earned Rs 51.3 crore net in India, with a worldwide total of Rs 79.2 crore.
