The relationship between India and Pakistan has historically been fraught with tension. Nevertheless, Bollywood films have cultivated a substantial following in Pakistan. This article aims to highlight those Bollywood films that have generated considerable excitement and box office success in the country.
Despite the ongoing political strife between India and Pakistan, Bollywood cinema has garnered a dedicated audience across the border. The allure of Bollywood films extends beyond the Hindi-speaking regions, captivating viewers worldwide, including a significant segment of the Pakistani audience.
In light of the ban on Pakistani artists in Bollywood, Bollywood films have also faced restrictions in Pakistan. However, despite these political challenges and the prohibition of certain films, the affection for Bollywood remains strong among Pakistani viewers.
In this article, we will discuss the Bollywood films that have made a notable impact in Pakistan, achieving impressive box office collections.
- Tamasha
Directed by Imtiaz Ali, “Tamasha,” featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone, grossed over Rs 8.50 crore at the Pakistani box office. - Prem Ratan Dhan Payo
Released in 2015 and directed by Sooraj Barjatya, “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo” starred Salman Khan, Sonam Kapoor, and Neil Nitin Mukesh, earning Rs 8.50 crore in Pakistan. - Bajirao Mastani
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Bajirao Mastani,” released in 2015, featured Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, and Priyanka Chopra, collecting Rs 9 crore at the Pakistani box office. - Welcome Back
The 2015 film “Welcome Back,” directed by Anees Bazmee and featuring John Abraham, Anil Kapoor, and Nana Patekar, was a blockbuster in Pakistan, earning Rs 9.5 crore. - Dilwale
Directed by Rohit Shetty, “Dilwale,” starring Shahrukh Khan, Kajol, Varun Dhawan, and Kriti Sanon, achieved a remarkable box office collection of Rs 20 crore in Pakistan. - PK
The 2014 film “PK,” featuring Aamir Khan, Anushka Sharma, and Sushant Singh Rajput, garnered Rs 22 crore at the box office in both India and Pakistan. - Bajrangi Bhaijaan
Released in 2015 and directed by Kabir Khan, “Bajrangi Bhaijaan,” starring Salman Khan and Kareena Kapoor, earned Rs 23 crore in Pakistan. - Dhoom 3
The 2013 film “Dhoom 3,” featuring Aamir Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Katrina Kaif, collected Rs 25 crore in Pakistan, with Aamir Khan impressing audiences through a dual role. - Sultan
Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and released in 2016, “Sultan” starred Salman Khan, Anushka Sharma, Amit Sadh, and Randeep Hooda, earning Rs 33 crore in Pakistan. - Sanju
The 2018 film “Sanju,” directed by Rajkumar Hirani and based on the life of Bollywood actor Sanjay Dutt, featured Ranbir Kapoor and Paresh Rawal. The film was a success in both India and Pakistan, grossing Rs 37.60 crore in Pakistan. - Animal
In 2024, Netflix released a list of the top 10 most-watched films in Pakistan, with “Animal,” starring Ranbir Kapoor, ranking at the top, reflecting its popularity on the OTT platform. - 12th Fail
The film “12th Fail,” directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra and released in 2023, featured Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankar in lead roles. It was widely viewed on the OTT platform in Pakistan.
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