2024 has been a year of surprises, with Bollywood stars from different generations dominating the box office. From veterans like Amitabh Bachchan to contemporary stars like Kartik Aaryan, here’s a breakdown of the top-performing actors of the year based on gross worldwide collections.
1. Amitabh Bachchan
Worldwide Gross: ₹1219-1267 crore
Big B proved that age is just a number with two major releases this year: the Prabhas-starrer Kalki 2898 AD and Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan. While Kalki 2898 AD was a pan-Indian superhit grossing ₹1027 crore (including 3D), Vettaiyan collected ₹240 crore globally. His incredible performance and unmatched versatility solidified his position at the top.
2. Rajkummar Rao
Worldwide Gross: ₹990 crore
Rajkummar Rao ruled 2024 with a variety of films, including Srikanth, Mr. & Mrs. Mahi, and the blockbuster Stree 2, which turned into an all-time favorite. Despite a lackluster performance by Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, his consistent streak earned him second place on this list.
3. Ajay Devgn
Worldwide Gross: ₹665 crore
With five releases this year, Ajay Devgn showcased a mix of successes and disappointments. Shaitaan emerged as a big hit, while Singham Again performed decently despite high expectations. However, disasters like Maidaan and Naam dragged down his overall numbers.
4. Kartik Aaryan
Worldwide Gross: ₹458 crore
The young heartthrob had a mixed bag in 2024. While Chandu Champion failed to impress with ₹87 crore globally, the highly anticipated Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 collected a stellar ₹371 crore worldwide. Despite tough competition, Kartik remains one of the most promising stars.
5. Hrithik Roshan
Worldwide Gross: ₹340 crore
Hrithik’s sole release, Fighter, performed moderately at the box office, grossing ₹340 crore worldwide. While the action film was not a massive success, Hrithik’s star power ensured it made a significant impact.
Box Office Analysis
| Actor | Movies | Total Worldwide Gross (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|
| Amitabh Bachchan | Kalki 2898 AD, Vettaiyan | 1219-1267 |
| Rajkummar Rao | Srikanth, Mr. & Mrs. Mahi, Stree 2, Vicky Vidya… | 990 |
| Ajay Devgn | Shaitaan, Maidaan, Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha, Singham… | 665 |
| Kartik Aaryan | Chandu Champion, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 | 458 |
| Hrithik Roshan | Fighter | 340 |
Conclusion
2024 was a dynamic year for Bollywood, with seasoned actors like Amitabh Bachchan setting new benchmarks and younger stars like Rajkummar Rao and Kartik Aaryan making waves. The diversity in performances and genres indicates an exciting future for Indian cinema.
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