The indian film industry continues to prove that cinema knows no borders — whether it’s tamil Nadu’s mass spectacles, Kerala’s emotional dramas, or hindi cinema’s larger-than-life entertainers, each state has its own reigning box-office king.

Here’s a deep dive into which films currently hold the record for being the highest-grossing movies in major indian states — and what made them unstoppable at the ticket counters.

🌆 1. tamil Nadu – Leo (2023)

Gross: ₹430+ Crore (Statewide)
Star Power: Thalapathy Vijay, Trisha
Director: Lokesh Kanagaraj

Lokesh Kanagaraj’s Leo roared through tamil Nadu’s box office with record-breaking numbers, becoming the highest-grossing tamil film ever in the state.
The movie’s mix of intense action, LCU connections, and Vijay’s magnetic screen presence turned it into a cultural phenomenon.

Even two years after release, Leo’s reign remains unshaken in tamil Nadu — a testament to Vijay’s fan base and Lokesh’s storytelling.

🕌 2. telangana & andhra pradesh – RRR (2022)

Gross: ₹600+ Crore (Domestic Share)
Star Power: Ram Charan, Jr. NTR
Director: S.S. Rajamouli

No surprises here — RRR continues to dominate as the biggest blockbuster ever in telugu states.
The combination of Rajamouli’s direction, patriotic energy, and electrifying performances by Jr. ntr and ram charan made it an emotional spectacle.

Its international Oscar-winning song Naatu Naatu only amplified its status as a global telugu pride moment.

🕌 3. kerala – 2018 (2023)

Gross: ₹180+ Crore
Star Power: Tovino Thomas, Kunchacko Boban
Director: Jude Anthany Joseph

The survival drama 2018, based on Kerala’s devastating floods, became the highest-grossing malayalam film ever.
Audiences connected deeply with its real-life heroism, emotional storytelling, and ensemble cast.

More than box office glory, 2018 symbolized the resilience of kerala and its people, turning into a cinematic triumph of spirit and humanity.

🌆 4. karnataka – KGF: Chapter 2 (2022)

Gross: ₹1250+ Crore (Worldwide)
Star Power: Yash, Sanjay Dutt, Raveena Tandon
Director: Prashanth Neel

Rocky Bhai’s rule remains unmatched! KGF: Chapter 2 didn’t just shatter records in karnataka — it redefined what kannada cinema could achieve globally.
The movie’s stylish action, powerful dialogues, and emotional core made it a national phenomenon.

Even today, no film has come close to dethroning Yash’s cinematic empire in Karnataka.

🕌 5. maharashtra – Pathaan (2023)

Gross: ₹1050+ Crore (Worldwide)
Star Power: Shah Rukh Khan, deepika Padukone, john Abraham
Director: Siddharth Anand

Bollywood’s “King” made a royal comeback with Pathaan.
After years of subdued box office performances, SRK re-ignited the hindi cinema craze, giving maharashtra its biggest hit in history.

The YRF Spy Universe connection, high-octane action, and SRK’s magnetic comeback story made Pathaan the heartbeat of Bollywood’s revival.

🌆 6. Delhi-NCR – Jawan (2023)

Gross: ₹1180+ Crore (Worldwide)
Star Power: Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi
Director: Atlee

Just months after Pathaan, SRK struck again with Jawan — a pan-India action-thriller that resonated across classes and regions.
Delhi audiences in particular embraced the film for its mass energy, strong message, and star-studded cast, making it a blockbuster of historic proportions.

🌄 7. West bengal – Pathaan (2023)

West bengal remains SRK territory — with Pathaan and Jawan both dominating.
Given SRK’s bengali roots and loyal fan following in the region, the films’ emotional resonance and high entertainment quotient made them unstoppable.

🕌 8. North india – Animal (2023)

Gross: ₹915+ Crore
Star Power: Ranbir Kapoor, rashmika mandanna, Anil Kapoor
Director: Sandeep reddy Vanga

Animal took North india by storm with its unapologetic storytelling, emotional intensity, and stylish presentation.
Ranbir’s powerful performance as a conflicted son helped it become one of the highest-grossing hindi films ever in Punjab, Haryana, and delhi regions.

🏔️ 9. Rest of india – Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)

Gross: ₹1800+ Crore (Worldwide)
Director: S.S. Rajamouli

Even after several years, Baahubali 2 remains the benchmark for cinematic success across India.
From kerala to Kashmir, it united audiences like never before, setting records that remain almost untouchable even in 2025.

🎯 10. Pan-India Overall – Jawan (2023)

Gross: ₹1180+ Crore (Worldwide)
Languages: hindi, tamil, Telugu
Impact: Jawan didn’t just break records — it proved that Indian cinema has truly become borderless.

With SRK’s charisma, Atlee’s storytelling, and mass appeal cutting across languages, Jawan holds the title of India’s current biggest box-office monster.

💥 In Summary

From Leo’s roar in tamil Nadu to Jawan’s nationwide domination, every state has its own cinematic champion.
While the numbers impress, what truly stands out is how Indian films today cross linguistic, cultural, and emotional borders, proving that great storytelling always wins — in every language.

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