In what can only be described as a monumental box office triumph, Chhaava has officially become the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, setting a new benchmark for success and firmly placing Vicky Kaushal at the forefront of Indian cinema’s commercial landscape. With a staggering Rs. 600.10 crore in domestic earnings, the film has left all competition in the dust, outperforming its closest rivals by an astounding margin.
Chhaava’s thunderous performance not only cements it as the biggest hit of the year so far, but also marks a defining moment for Vicky Kaushal, whose performance as the Maratha warrior leader has earned him widespread acclaim. But beyond critical praise, the numbers tell a powerful story.
With the next best performer, Sky Force, clocking in at Rs. 131.44 crore, Chhaava has earned over 356% more than its closest competitor — a colossal gap that reflects the film’s mass appeal and sustained theatrical run. Compared to the other big-budget releases like Sikandar and Jaat, Chhaava has earned nearly 5 times and 8 times their respective totals.
Chhaava’s dominance is not limited to opening weekend spikes or festival boosts. Instead, it has enjoyed a steady, relentless climb — a sign of strong content, widespread word-of-mouth, and deep emotional resonance with audiences across urban and rural markets alike. Where films like The Diplomat and Deva saw early momentum fade quickly, Chhaava showed staying power week after week.
Moreover, while several other films this year — including Kesari Chapter 2, Emergency, and Game Changer — were aimed at niche audiences or carried critical acclaim, none of them came close to the mass hysteria that Chhaava has generated.
This record-breaking success also makes 2025 the biggest year of Vicky Kaushal’s career. Already riding high after strong performances in previous hits, Chhaava has launched him into a different league — not just as a performer, but as a full-fledged box office phenomenon. With the film earning nearly 4.5 times more than his earlier biggest hit, Uri: The Surgical Strike, Vicky’s stardom has now entered a new stratosphere.
Chhaava is not just the biggest film of 2025 — it is also a rare blend of historical storytelling, cinematic grandeur, and emotional depth that has struck a chord with millions. Its Rs. 600 crore-plus haul isn’t merely a number — it’s a reflection of the film’s massive cultural footprint.
Top 10 Highest Grossers of 2025:
Chhaava – Rs. 600.10 cr
Sky Force – Rs. 131.44 cr
Sikandar – Rs. 103.45 cr
Jaat – Rs. 75.18 cr
The Diplomat – Rs. 39.75 cr
Deva – Rs. 32.07 cr
Kesari Chapter 2 – Rs. 29.62 cr
Game Changer – Rs. 26.60 cr
Emergency – Rs. 16.52 cr
Fateh – Rs. 12.85 cr
