Bollywood megastar Salman Khan turned 60 on December 27 (Friday). His career is an encyclopedia of blockbusters where in almost every decade Salman has created a new identity for himself and the box office collections have further strengthened his superstar status!
Here's a journey through Salman's top 10 highest-grossing films that make him the "Sultan" of Bollywood:
1. Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015): This Kabir Khan directorial saw Salman in an emotional avatar. The film earned Rs 900 crore to Rs 922 crore worldwide and remains his biggest hit till date.
2. Sultan (2016): This wrestling drama earned over Rs 600 crore worldwide. Salman's wrestler look and the emotional depth of his character impressed the audience.
3. Tiger Zinda Hai (2017): A spy-thriller along with Katrina Kaif the film earned Rs 565 crore across the globe and made the 'Tiger' franchise stronger.
4. Prem Ratan Dhan Payo (2015): This family drama ended up making approximately Rs 388.48 crore across the world and Salman's character as 'Prem' was adored by the audience.
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5. Kick (2014): Directed by Sajid Nadiadwala, this movie earned about Rs 388 crore where Salma's role as a vigilante was praised by his fans.
6. Ek Tha Tiger (2012): First film of the 'Tiger' franchise, this movie began the inception of the spy universe and earned Rs 334 crore globally.
7. Bharat (2019): A journey from partition to modern India, this movie earned Rs 326 crore.
8. Race 3: With a stylish cast and ensemble, this movie earned about Rs 300 crore.
9. Dabangg 2 (2012): The swag and dialogues of 'Chulbul Pandey' earned this film about Rs 254 crore to Rs 265 crore.
10. Bodyguard (2011): Starring opposite Kareena Kapoor as her loyal bodyguard, this movie ended up earning about Rs 253 crore on the box office.
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Legacy of blockbusters
There is a pattern to Salman Khan's films; Eid releases, massy entertainment and his screen presence. Each of his films has not just made him a star but a cultural icon. While movies like 'Bajrangi Bhaijaan' reflected his raw emotional side, other projects like 'Tiger' and 'Sultan' gave the audience a perfect blend of action intertwined with drama.
For his fans, all of 'Bhai's' films are a festival and a guaranteed blockbuster for the Bollywood.
