Sources: 
Vicky Kaushal’s blockbuster film
Chhaava has emerged as the top-grossing Hindi movie in the first half of 2025, crossing a significant
₹600.10 crore milestone at the box office. It outperformed other major releases such as Ajay Devgn’s
Raid 2 which earned ₹176.93 crore, and
Housefull 5 with ₹140.18 crore.
Despite this success, the Hindi film industry is experiencing only a modest
10-20% revenue increase compared to the previous year. Experts attribute this limited growth to several factors including the high cost of multiplex tickets and refreshments, which continue to deter audiences.
Additionally, the release of only a few tentpole movies has constrained the overall box office performance. Industry analysts warn that while hits like
Chhaava provide a boost, the sector needs more consistent blockbusters to revive pre-pandemic footfall levels.
A trade expert noted,
"Costly multiplex tickets and refreshments and release of only a handful of tentpole movies continue to hurt Bollywood business."The current trend highlights the challenges Bollywood faces in balancing ticket pricing and content volume to sustain growth. Nevertheless,
Chhaava’s ₹600 crore achievement marks a bright spot in an otherwise cautious market outlook for 2025.
This milestone underscores Vicky Kaushal’s rising star power and the audience’s appetite for compelling Hindi cinema, even as the industry navigates post-pandemic recovery hurdles.
Sources: Vicky Kaushal’s film Chhaava has topped the 2025 box office, crossing the ₹600 crore mark in the first half of the year. It leads over Ajay Devgn’s Raid 2 and Housefull 5, amid a modest 10-20% revenue rise in Hindi cinema despite challenges like costly multiplex tickets and limited tentpole releases.
