Bollywood enthusiasts, brace yourselves for an exhilarating year ahead as the film industry gears up to deliver a cinematic extravaganza in 2024. With a lineup that promises a mix of action-packed dramas, gripping thrillers, and heartwarming tales, the anticipation is soaring high. Let’s delve into the 21 most awaited Bollywood movies of 2024, featuring star-studded casts, visionary directors, and box office predictions that could reshape the industry.
Note: We’ve formulated the box office predictions considering the initial buzz, teasers/trailers, star cast, and their current track record, along with the director and production team track records. Since most of the films haven’t even released a teaser, it’s challenging to accurately gauge the real numbers. Therefore, consider this as pre-release speculative estimates for fun. We sincerely hope that all the films surpass the predicted numbers we’ve mentioned. So, let the show begin!
21. Tehran:
Star Cast: John Abraham
Director: Arun Gopalan
Anticipation: Currently, there’s no buzz. Everything hinges on the film’s trailer cut.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹50 cr NBOC in India.
20. Yodha:
Star Cast: Sidharth Malhotra, Disha Patani
Director: Sagar Ambre, Pushkar Ojha
Anticipation: There’s a lack of buzz among neutrals. A well-crafted trailer is essential to generate excitement among the theater-going audiences.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹50-75 cr NBOC in India.
19. Startup:
Star Cast: Akshay Kumar
Director: Sudha Kongara
Anticipation: There’s minimal buzz, despite Akshay Kumar leading the film. It has been ready for some time. It’s the official remake of Soorarai Pottru, which is available online in Hindi dubbed. A compelling trailer is the only hope to prevent this film from underperforming at the box office.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹50-75 cr NBOC in India.
18. Bastar – The Naxal Story:
Star Cast: Adah Sharma
Director: Sudipto Sen
Anticipation: Coming from the makers of The Kerala Story, anything is possible with this film. It has the potential to become a huge grosser or, on the other hand, it might fall flat.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹50-100 cr NBOC in India.
17. Sky Force:
Star Cast: Akshay Kumar
Director: Sandeep Kewlani, Abhishek Kapur
Anticipation: There’s absolutely no buzz at the ground level, possibly influenced by Akshay Kumar’s poor box office results in 2023. The fate of the film largely rests on the trailer. It could potentially be one of the biggest disappointments of the year.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹75-100 cr NBOC in India.
16. Jigra:
Star Cast: Alia Bhatt
Director: Vasan Bala
Anticipation: There’s a positive buzz surrounding it, and it could turn out to be one of the big surprise hits of the year.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹100-125 cr NBOC in India.
15. Stree 2:
Star Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor
Director: Amar Kaushik
Anticipation: Stree was a huge success, creating a significant curiosity for the second installment.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹100-125 cr NBOC in India.
14. Ajay Devgn’s Untitled Supernatural (Tentatively Titled – Shaitaan):
Star Cast: Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan
Director: Vikas Bahl
Anticipation: Despite Ajay Devgn starring in it, there’s low buzz among neutrals. The trailer will play a crucial role in shaping the audience’s interest.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹125 cr NBOC in India.
13. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3:
Star Cast: Kartik Aaryan
Director: Anees Bazmee
Anticipation: There’s a moderate buzz, even though it’s part of a successful franchise. Kartik Aaryan’s lackluster year in 2023 is contributing to that. The trailer will be pivotal in determining the film’s success.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹125-150 cr NBOC in India.
12. Auro Mein Kahan Dum Tha:
Star Cast: Ajay Devgn, Tabu
Director: Neeraj Pandey
Anticipation: With a stellar star cast and directed by the talented Neeraj Pandey, this film could emerge as one of the dark horses of the year.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹150 cr NBOC in India.
11. Chandu Champion:
Star Cast: Kartik Aaryan, Shraddha Kapoor
Director: Kabir Khan
Anticipation: Generating moderate buzz, this film has the potential to become the biggest in Kartik Aaryan’s career.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹150-175 cr NBOC in India.
10. Raid 2:
Star Cast: Ajay Devgn, Vaani Kapoor
Director: Raj Kumar Gupta
Anticipation: There’s a decent buzz, especially following a successful first installment. The film’s success will heavily rely on its content.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹150-200 cr NBOC in India.
9. Kantara: Chapter 1 (Hindi Dubbed Version):
Star Cast: Rishab Shetty
Director: Rishab Shetty
Anticipation: Kantara was a ‘Mass’ hit in the Hindi belt, so there are high expectations for its prequel.
Box Office Potential (Hindi only): We expect the film to do ₹200 cr NBOC in India in the Hindi version alone.
8. Devara (Hindi Dubbed Version):
Star Cast: Jr NTR, Saif Ali Khan, Janhvi Kapoor
Director: Koratala Siva
Anticipation: Curiosity is all time high as Jr NTR who rose to International fame with RRR will star in this big Pan India Film.
Box Office Potential (Hindi only): We expect the film to do ₹200 cr NBOC in India in the Hindi version alone.
7. Kalki 2898 AD (Hindi Dubbed Version):
Star Cast: Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, Disha Patani
Director: Nag Ashwin
Anticipation: Starring Prabhas and standing as one of the costliest films ever made in India, this movie holds immense potential to break box office records.
Box Office Potential (Hindi only): We expect the film to do ₹200 cr NBOC in India in the Hindi version alone.
6. Welcome to the Jungle:
Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty
Director: Ahmed Khan
Anticipation: With a stellar star cast and a scheduled release on Christmas 2024, this movie easily becomes one of the most anticipated films of the year.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹250-300 cr NBOC in India. If the content is well-received, the sky is the limit.
Now, turning to the Top 5:
5. Sitare Zameen Par (if it releases in 2024):
Star Cast: Aamir Khan
Director: Aamir Khan, Amole Gupte
Anticipation: Aamir Khan takes the lead role. Anything else to say? The film addresses social issues and promises heartwarming moments on the line of Taare Zameen Par.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹250-300 cr NBOC in India. If the content is well-received, the sky is the limit.
4. Bade Miyan Chote Miyan:
Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Prithviraj Sukumaran
Director: Ali Abbas Zafar
Anticipation: “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan” is a big-budget action entertainer featuring Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the film is scheduled for release during the festive time of Eid.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹300-350 cr NBOC in India. If the content is well-received, the sky is the limit.
3. Pushpa 2: The Rule (Hindi Dubbed Version):
Star Cast: Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna
Director: Sukumar
Anticipation: Allu Arjun’s Pushpa: The Rise catapulted him to national fame. The sequel promises more bloodshed, power struggles, and the rise of Pushpa Raj.
Box Office Potential: We expect the film to do ₹350-400 cr NBOC in India in the Hindi version alone. If the content is well-received, the sky is the limit.
2. Fighter:
Star Cast: Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor
Director: Siddharth Anand
Anticipation: Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone team up for the first time in this aerial action saga directed by Sidharth Anand. Stunning visuals and a fresh pairing have ignited anticipation.
Box Office Potential: Has the potential to emerge as the Highest Grossing Film of the Year. We expect the film to do ₹400 cr NBOC in India. If the content is well-received, the sky is the limit.
1. Singham Again:
Star Cast: Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone
Director: Rohit Shetty
Anticipation: Ajay Devgn returns as the iconic cop Bajirao Singham in this installment. Directed by Rohit Shetty, you can expect high-octane action, elevated heroism, and hilarious one-liners.
Box Office Potential: Has the potential to emerge as the Highest Grossing Film of the Year. We expect the film to do ₹400 cr NBOC in India. If the content is well-received, the sky is the limit.
So, this is our list of the 21 most-awaited movies of the year. We anticipate that some will surpass our expectations and rewrite the box office record books. We also acknowledge that a few might underperform and not reach our expected levels. Finally, please share your thoughts on the most awaited films in the comment section below. If you disagree with our list, feel free to mention your top films as well.
