'Baahubali 2' to 'Leo': Opening day box office collection of top 5 Indian films

Indian films enjoy immense popularity worldwide, often making a significant impact on the global box office. Fueled by extensive promotion and anticipation, some of these movies have achieved staggering day-one earnings. Tamil cinema, in particular, has transcended borders to achieve remarkable success. Let's now examine the opening day box office collections of the top 5 Indian films, and Vijay's 'Leo' is the latest to join the list.

Tamil film director Hari's father VA Gopalakrishnan passes away

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After impressing fans heavily with 'Baahubali' in 2015, SS Rajamouli delivered the sequel of the historical drama in 2017. The film featuring Prabhas and Rana Daggubati in the main roles is packed with action and sentiment, and the well-made film had a monstrous opening at the box office. 'Baahubali 2' is the first and the only Indian film to earn over Rs 200 crore worldwide on the opening day.

Kamal Haasan hosts a special screening of Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj's 'Leo'

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After the humongous success of the 'Baahubali' series, SS Rajamouli joined forces with Ram Charan and Jr.NTR for the periodic action drama 'RRR'. The brilliantly made film had great expectations among the audience, and it made the film earn Rs 190 crore on day 1 at the worldwide box office. But 'RRR' went on to become the first 1000 crore Indian grosser, and it was a huge hit at the box office across locations.

GV Prakash Kumar excites fans with an update on 'Thangalaan' teaser

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The 2018 Kannada action drama 'KGF: Chapter 1' transformed into a huge hit, and the film featuring Yash in the lead role was later dubbed in multiple languages to become a nationwide hit. 'KGF: Chapter 2' later had a pan-Indian release in 2022, and the film is off to a great start at the box office. 'KGF 2' grossed Rs 162 crore on the opening day, and the action entertainer is an all-time hit in the Kannada cinema industry.

Vijay's remarkable response to 'Leo' producer's legal battle with Tamil Nadu Government

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After delivering four successful films, Lokesh Kanagaraj reunited with his 'Master' co-star Vijay for 'Leo', and the expectations were for the duo's reunion. The action drama that explores the skills of actor Vijay satisfied fans to earn positive reviews, and the film made some incredible numbers on day 1. 'Leo' has grossed over Rs 148 crore worldwide on the opening day, and the makers have officially confirmed the film's box office collection. The magical start for the Vijay starrer has set the film to reach a greater height.

Netizens question whether 'Leo' makers have boosted Vijay's box office collection figures

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Shah Rukh Khan joined hands with director Atlee for 'Jawan' and the film marked the Tamil director's Hindi debut. Shah Rukh Khan played a dual role as a father and son in the film packed film, and it received favorable reviews from the audience and critics. 'Jawan' grossed Rs 127 crore on day 1, and Atlee's directorial is now Shah Rukh Khan's highest-grossing film on day 1, while it stands at 5th among Indian films.

'Leo' box office collection day 3: Thalapathy Vijay's film exhibits its dominance all over India

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