Movies of 2024

The Most Anticipated Movies of 2024 in India: What to Watch Out For

In the year 2024 Indian cinema has witnessed some of most popular and greatest movies of all time. From Pushpa: The Rule Part 2 to Kalki 2898 AD these movies witnessed the massive commercial hit despite the uncertainty of Indian cinema. While Kalki 2898 AD being the most popular movie of 2024. Let’s have a look at the top 10 movies of 2024:

1. Pushpa 2: The Rule

Directed by Sukumar, this Indian Telugu language action drama film is the sequel of the film Pushpa: The Rise which was released on December 2021. The film was released on December 5, 2024, with the budget set at 400-500 crores, ranking among the expensive Indian films In addition, it remains one of the longest Indian films ever, with a duration of 200 minutes. Starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandhana, this film is known to have grossed over 1800 crores worldwide.

Plot Teaser: “Pushpa 2: The Rule” continues the saga of Pushpa Raj, portrayed by Allu Arjun, as he barge forward to dominate the red sandalwood smuggling syndicate in Andhra Pradesh. After defeating SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat, Pushpa’s influence expands, leading him to challenge the state politics. He made Siddappa, the Chief Minister by amassing significant wealth through his illegal operations.

Where to watch: The film’s makers have officially stated that Pushpa 2 will not be available on OTT until 56 days after its theatrical release. However you can watch this movie on Jio Cinema and Netflix after the release in ott platforms.

2. Kalki 2898 AD

Directed by acclaimed director Nag Ashwin, the film was released on June 27 2024. With the budget set of 600 crores, it is one of the most expensive Indian films ever made. Starring Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone and Disha Patani, this film is known to have grossed over ₹1,042–1,200 crore worldwide.

Plot Teaser: Kalki 2898 AD is a futuristic sci-fi film set in a wretched world where humanity is on the verge of extermination. The story follows Ashwatthama, cursed with immortality, as he seeks the prophesied arrival of Kalki, the 10th avatar of Vishnu. Set in 2898 AD, a tyrannical ruler, Yaskin, seeks to control humanity’s fate. The film explores Ashwatthama’s battle against dark forces, the quest to find Kalki’s mother, and the impending war to restore balance to the world.

Where to watch: You can watch this film on Netflix and Prime video.

3. Devara: Part 1

Directed by acclaimed director Koratala Siva, the film was released on September 27 2024 with the budget set of 200-300 crores. Starring N. T. Rama Rao Jr in dual roles alongside Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor, , this film is known to have grossed over ₹380–521 crore worldwide.This film is splitted into two parts while Devara Part 2 will go on floors in the first half of 2026 and is expected to be released by the end of that year.

Plot Teaser: In “Devara: Part 1,” coastal village chieftain Devara ceases smuggling after discovering he’s trafficking illegal arms. His rival, Bhaira, opposes this change. Years later, Devara’s son, Vara, secretly upholds his father’s anti-smuggling stance, leading to a confrontation with Bhaira’s forces.

Where to watch: This movie is available in Netflix in all preferred languages.

4. Stree 2

Directed by Amar Kaushik the film was released on August 15, 2024 with the budget of 50-120 crores. Stree 2 is a comedy horror film which is the sequel of film ‘Stree’ which was released on October 2018. This film has witnessed a massive box office collection with the total collection of ₹874.58 crore. Starring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor this film has emerged as the third highest-grossing Indian film.

Plot Teaser: In “Stree 2,” the town of Chanderi faces a new threat from Sarkata, a headless ghost abducting women at night. Vicky and his friends, including the mysterious woman from the first film, seek to defeat Sarkata. They discover that Sarkata is the vengeful spirit of Chandrabhan, a former village head who wronged Stree in the past. Realizing they need Stree’s help, they summon her to confront Sarkata and save the town.

Where to watch: This movie is available on Prime video and Jio Cinema.

5. Kanguva

Directed by Siva the film was released on November 14, 2024 with the budget of 300- 350 crores. Kanguva is a fantasy action film starring Suriya, Bobby Deol and Disha Patani. This film was a flop at the box office with the collection of approx. 106 crore.

Plot Teaser: In “Kanguva,” bounty hunter Francis Theodore in 2024 Goa encounters Zeta, a child with enhanced abilities who escaped a Russian lab. Their meeting triggers memories of Francis’s past life as Kanguva, a 1070 tribal leader who raised a boy named Poruva. As past and present intertwine, they confront reincarnated adversaries seeking revenge.

Where to watch: This movie is available on Prime video.

6. The Greatest of All Time

Directed by Venkat Prabhu the film was released on September 05, 2024 with the budget of 380- 400 crores. GOAT is an action thriller film. Starring Thalapathy Vijay, this film performed well at the box office with the collection of approx. ₹440−455.63 crore.

Plot Teaser: In “The Greatest of All Time,” Gandhi, a former anti-terrorism squad leader, reunites with his team to confront challenges arising from their past actions. Their mission becomes personal when Gandhi’s son, Jeevan, presumed dead, reappears with a hidden agenda, leading to a confrontation that intertwines professional duty with familial bonds.

Where to watch: This film is available on Netflix.

7. Singham Again

Directed by acclaimed director Rohit Shetty the film was released on November 01, 2024 with the budget of 350- 375 crores. Singham Again is an action film starring Ajay Devgn in the title role, alongside Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, Tiger Shroff, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Arjun Kapoor and Jackie Shroff. Despite starring a cluster of big names , this film could not performed well at the box office with the collection of approx. ₹389.64 crore.

Plot Teaser: In “Singham Again,” DCP Bajirao Singham, now married to Avni Kamat and father to Shaurya, is transferred to Srinagar. There, he arrests Omar Hafeez, a drug lord seeking revenge for his sons’ deaths. Omar’s grandson, Zubair, kidnaps Avni, prompting Singham to collaborate with officers Simmba and Sooryavanshi. Together, they rescue Avni and dismantle the criminal network.

Where to watch: This film is available on Prime video.

8. Bhool Bhulaiya 3

Directed by Anees Bazmee the comedy horror film film was released on November 01, 2024 with the budget of 150 crores. Starring Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri, this film was a hit at the box office with the collection of approx. ₹423 crore making it fifth highest grossing Indian film of 2024.

Plot Teaser: In “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3,” Ruhaan, also known as Rooh Baba, is a conman pretending to deal with ghosts. He’s called to a haunted palace where the spirit of Manjulika returns. Things get intense when the royal family believes Ruhaan is the reincarnation of a dead prince. As secrets unravel, he must face real ghosts and save the day.

Where to watch: This movie is available on Netflix.

9. Fighter

Directed by Siddharth Anand the film was released on January 25, 2024 with the budget of 250 crores. Fighter is a first planned aerial action franchise film. Starring Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, and Anil Kapoor, this film performed well at the box office with the collection of approx. ₹344.46 crore.

Plot Teaser: In “Fighter,” Squadron Leader Shamsher “Patty” Pathania and his elite Indian Air Force team, the Air Dragons, confront external threats and personal challenges. The film intertwines their camaraderie, romantic entanglements, and a high-stakes mission inspired by real events, including the 2019 Pulwama attack and Balakot airstrike.

Where to watch: This movie is available on Netflix.

10. Bade Miyan Chote Miyan

Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar the film was released on April 11, 2024 with the budget of ₹350 crore. This science fiction action film was a total flop grossing the revenue of only ₹52.16 crore worldwide. Despite starring Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff and Prithviraj Sukumaran in lead roles this film was the worse among films released on 2024.

Plot Teaser: In “Bade Miyan Chote Miyan,” a masked assailant threatens India’s security, prompting the military to enlist two court-martialed soldiers, Freddy and Rocky. They discover the perpetrator is their former friend, Kabir, who has created their clones to execute his plans. Freddy and Rocky must confront their duplicates and thwart Kabir’s scheme to destabilize the nation.

Where to watch: This film is available on Netflix.

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