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• December 1, 2024
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Stree 2, Kalki 2898 AD, Pushpa 2: Bollywood’s 2024 box office journey of hits, flops, and a push for a strong finish |

Bollywood’s 2024 box office journey has been an intriguing mix of high-octane hits and underwhelming performances. Films like Stree 2, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again soared with record-breaking openings, while ambitious projects such as Kalki 2898 AD and Devara reflected the continued cross-regional appeal of Indian cinema. However, the year’s overall performance has been uneven, with only a few films truly striking a chord with audiences. The industry remains focused on closing the year on a high, with anticipation building around upcoming releases like Pushpa 2: The Rule, Mufasa and Baby John.Bollywood’s box office performance in 2024 has been somewhat mixed when compared to the booming year of 2023. In the first half of 2024, the industry garnered Rs 1,081 crore, a 20-25 percent decline from Rs 1,450 crore during the same period in 2023. This dip highlights the absence of massive blockbusters like Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan or Jawan, which were pivotal to 2023’s success, collectively bringing in over Rs 1,600 crore In contrast, 2024 has faced challenges with several big-ticket releases under-performing, such as the Eid releases Bade Miyan Chote Miyan and Maidaan, which were considered disappointments, earning only Rs 59 crore and Rs 51 crore, respectively. However, films like Fighter starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone have performed better, grossing Rs 201 crore.“In 2024, no single genre has dominated the Bollywood box office. While horror-comedy films like Munjya and Stree 2 performed exceptionally well, big-budget sci-fi projects like Kalki 2898 AD also found success. The trend suggests that it’s not about the genre but about offering entertaining and engaging content that respects the audience’s investment of time and money,” Film exhibitor Akshaye Rathi stated.He further added, “Upcoming films like Pushpa 2 (action drama), Baby John (action thriller), and Mufasa (family drama) highlight the diversity in Bollywood’s cinematic offerings. Ultimately, films that resonate with audiences, regardless of their genre, have achieved the most success.”Highest grossing movies of…