The year was dominated by high-budget spectacles that shattered box-office records. Salman Khan’s Bajrangi Bhaijaan emerged as the highest-grossing Hindi film of the year, earning over ₹920 crore worldwide. Box Office Verdict Kabir Khan Salman Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan All-Time Blockbuster Prem Ratan Dhan Payo Sooraj Barjatya Salman Khan, Sonam Kapoor Bajirao Mastani Sanjay Leela Bhansali Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone Dilwale Rohit Shetty Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Varun Dhawan Average / Semi-Hit Tanu Weds Manu Returns Aanand L. Rai Kangana Ranaut, R. Madhavan Blockbuster Critical Darlings and Indie Gems
The commercial landscape was led by star-driven vehicles, with several films crossing the major 100-crore nett mark in India. Bajrangi Bhaijaan list of 2015 hindi films
Home isn’t where you own the land — it’s where you’re needed. The year was dominated by high-budget spectacles that
Not every film in 2015 hit the mark. The year also saw high-profile failures, most notably Bombay Velvet . Directed by Anurag Kashyap, this period gangster drama was highly anticipated but suffered a spectacular crash at the box office. Its failure became a case study for filmmakers regarding budget management and the importance of narrative pacing over stylized set pieces. Similarly, Shaandaar , despite a popular cast, failed to resonate due to a weak script. Rai Kangana Ranaut, R
This story captures the 2015 Hindi film vibe: small-town settings, flawed but lovable leads, humor with heart, and a protagonist who transforms through relationships, not just plot.
In the thriller genre, NH10 marked a turning point for actress Anushka Sharma, who turned producer and delivered a gritty, violent performance against a backdrop of honor killings. Similarly, Masaan featured Richa Chadha in a powerful leading role, and Tanu Weds Manu Returns saw Kangana Ranaut play a double role, proving that a female star could open a film as successfully as her male counterparts.