India’s Highest Grossing Movies by State: A Record-Breaking Update You Shouldn’t Miss

India’s film industry continues to break boundaries in 2025, as regional cinema scores massive victories across the country. Every state now has its own box office king, with regional and pan-Indian blockbusters rewriting records. From Chhaava to Pushpa 2, here’s a detailed look at the highest-grossing movies in each Indian state.

Maharashtra: ‘Chhaava’ Creates History

Maharashtra crowned Chhaava as its biggest blockbuster ever. This historical epic starring Vicky Kaushal earned more than Rs 267 crore in the state. The film, which tells the story of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, also grossed a whopping Rs 783 crore worldwide, making it the highest-grossing Indian film to date.

Tamil Nadu: ‘Leo’ Dominates

Tamil Nadu audiences turned Leo into a massive hit. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and led by Vijay, the action-thriller earned Rs 230 crore within the state. This figure officially made Leo the highest-grossing Tamil film in Tamil Nadu.

Andhra Pradesh & Telangana: ‘RRR’ Still Reigns Supreme

RRR continues to rule the Telugu-speaking states. Audiences in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana together contributed Rs 406 crore to its earnings. The film achieved a global gross between Rs 1,253 and Rs 1,387 crore, making it a legend in Indian cinema.

Karnataka: ‘Kantara’ Takes the Lead

Kannada audiences flocked to see Kantara, turning it into a cultural sensation. The film grossed Rs 168.5 crore in Karnataka, surpassing KGF 2 in footfalls. With a global tally of Rs 211.5 crore, Kantara became Karnataka’s most-watched film ever.

Kerala: ‘Thudaram’ Crosses Rs 100 Crore

Thudaram, a gripping Malayalam crime thriller starring Mohanlal, captured Kerala’s attention. It brought in Rs 100 crore at the state box office. Director Tharun Moorthy’s storytelling helped it become Kerala’s highest-grossing Malayalam film.

Pushpa 2: The North and West India Sensation

Pushpa 2: The Rule completely dominated Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Bihar, and Goa. The film beat all previous box office records in these regions. It also surpassed Jawan in West Bengal, with a total gross of Rs 45.94 crore, becoming the state’s biggest hit.

Uttar Pradesh and Haryana: ‘Stree 2’ Smashes Records

Stree 2 brought a storm to the Hindi belt. It became the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time, collecting Rs 586 crore across India. In Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, it topped the box office and maintained a strong theatrical run.

Assam: ‘Jawan’ Stands Tall

Jawan, featuring Shah Rukh Khan, found major success in Assam. Viewers across the eastern belt, especially in Assam and West Bengal, contributed heavily to its remarkable performance.

Indian cinema in 2025 continues to thrive with diverse storytelling and regional pride. Films like Chhaava, RRR, and Pushpa 2 have not only dominated state box offices but also shown the world the power of Indian storytelling.

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