The Kerala Story

Topping the charts in terms of profitability vis-à-vis its budget is ‘The Kerala Story,’ produced and directed by Vipul Amritlal Shah. Director Sudeepto Sen attempted to shed light on the exploitation of innocent girls in the name of love jihad, delivering a message through this film. Despite its modest ₹15 crore budget, the domestic box office collection stood at a staggering ₹242.20 crores.

Gadar 2

Following closely behind in the hit parade of 2023 is Anil Sharma’s ‘Gadar 2,’ which, despite earning only ten times its budget, secured the second spot. Starring Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel, this film, made on a budget of just ₹60 crores, raked in ₹523.45 crores at the box office.

Animal

Securing the third position in the 2023 hit parade is ‘Animal,’ an action-packed film in Ranbir Kapoor’s illustrious career. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, this movie, made on a mere ₹100 crore budget, soared to ₹539.09 crores by its fourth Tuesday after release.

Jawaan

Making its mark at fourth place is ‘Jawaan,’ featuring Shah Rukh Khan in a father-son dual role, earning acclaim for Khan’s performance. Directed by Atlee Kumar, this film, addressing topics from the Indian Army to farmers, gathered ₹643.87 crores despite a ₹300 crore budget.

Pathan

At the start of the year, Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Pathan’ maintained success upon its release. Directed by Siddharth Anand, this action thriller, part of the YRF spy universe and co-starring Deepika Padukone and John Abraham, collected ₹543.05 crores against a budget of ₹225 crores, claiming the fifth position in the box office hits list.

OMG 2

Amit Rai’s ‘OMG 2’ advocated for mandatory sex education in schools. Starring Akshay Kumar, Pankaj Tripathi, and Yami Gautam, this movie, primarily carried by Tripathi and Gautam, with Kumar in an inspirational role, earned ₹150.17 crores on a ₹50 crore budget.

Dream Girl 2

Filmmaker Raj Shandilya’s ‘Dream Girl 2’ marked Ayushmann Khurrana’s distinctive portrayal, earning ₹104.90 crores in 21 days against a ₹35 crore budget.

12th Fail

Producer-director Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s ’12th Fail’ depicted the life journey of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma. Starring Vikrant Massey, the biopic made ₹53.68 crores against its ₹20 crore budget, securing the eighth spot.

Sam Bahadur

The ninth spot on the list is held by ‘Sam Bahadur,’ a film based on the life of Field Marshal Manekshaw, featuring Vicky Kaushal in the lead role. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the movie managed ₹81.95 crores at the domestic box office against an estimated ₹50 crore budget.

Tiger 3

Lastly, ‘Tiger 3,’ starring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif, under the Yash Raj Films banner, failed to replicate its predecessors’ success, earning ₹285.52 crores against a massive ₹300 crore budget, landing in the tenth spot.

While anticipation and hype often set the stage for success, the box office realities of 2023 showcased a diverse range of outcomes, proving that success isn’t always guaranteed despite star power and promotion.

Jyoti Saxena couldn’t help but marvel at the resurgence of Bobby Deol, who seems to have undergone a phenomenal transformation for his role in “Animal.” She exclaimed, “Animal is one of the best trailers I have seen so far. I am amazed at what Bobby Deol has brought to the table with ‘Animal.’ His stunning looks and incredible physique have left me eye-boggling over him. It’s evident that he has put a tremendous amount of effort and dedication into his role, and it’s exciting to see him back in action. This is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated comebacks, and I can’t wait to witness Bobby Deol’s powerhouse performance on the big screen.”

The actress went on to express her enthusiasm for the overall impact of the movie, stating, “Ranbir Kapoor’s ‘Animal’ has created an insane level of hype, and rightfully so. The trailer promises a rollercoaster of emotions and a gripping narrative that will undoubtedly keep the audience on the edge of their seats. The hype is real, the excitement is palpable, and “Animal” is gearing up to roar into cinemas with unprecedented anticipation. The combination of a stellar cast of Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandana, and Anil Kapoor and an intriguing storyline makes ‘Animal’ one of the best 2023 movies that Bollywood will give to all their fans..”

As the trailer continues to dominate social media platforms, it’s clear that “Animal” is poised to be a cinematic spectacle, and the collaboration of talents like Ranbir Kapoor and Bobby Deol has only intensified the anticipation.

Jyoti Saxena’s admiration for the “Animal” trailer reflects the widespread enthusiasm for the film within the Bollywood community. With Bobby Deol’s remarkable comeback and Ranbir Kapoor’s stellar presence, “Animal” is undoubtedly set to become one of the standout movies of the year, promising a cinematic experience that will leave a lasting impact on audiences.