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Mumbai, July 20 - Netflix has been a home for most of the top Indian movies after their theatrical runs for the last few years. The streamer has had a mixed bag of success with Indian titles, as some of the films that were bought at huge prices didn't attract much viewership, while there were some expected hits on the platform. ##
Here are the top 10 most watched Indian films (theatrical) on Netflix, according to Filmy View - ##
1. RRR (2022, Telugu) – 43.65M (only Hindi) ##
Directed by S.S. Rajamouli, RRR is a fictionalised tale of two real-life Indian revolutionaries, Alluri Sitarama Raju (Ram Charan) and Komaram Bheem (Jr. NTR). Packed with electrifying action, patriotic fervour, and stunning visuals, it struck a chord with global audiences. After the mega blockbuster success at the box office with over 1200 crores gross worldwide, the film's Netflix release run drew massive international attention, becoming a cultural phenomenon. ##
2. Jawan (2023, Hindi) – 31.90M ##
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan-fronted Jawan, directed by Atlee, is a stylised vigilante action thriller that blends mass appeal with socio-political commentary. It was a huge theatrical success with a worldwide collection of over 1000 crores, and that momentum carried over to Netflix, where fans around the world praised its high-octane action, dual role twist, and SRK's powerful screen presence, along with a strong female ensemble and iconic soundtrack, which added to its rewatch value. ##
3. Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022, Hindi) – 29.64M ##
Gangubai Kathiawadi was one of the first Bollywood films, with Akshay Kumar's Sooryavanshi, which brought audiences back to theatres post the COVID-19 pandemic. A powerful biopic, starring Alia Bhatt in the title role and directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Gangubai Kathiawadi follows the journey of a woman who rises from forced prostitution to become a formidable brothel madam and activist in Mumbai. The film grossed over 200 crores worldwide and also drew big viewership on Netflix globally. ##
4. Laapataa Ladies (2023, Hindi) – 29.50M ##
Directed by Kiran Rao, Laapataa Ladies is a heartwarming and socially insightful comedy-drama set in rural India, which revolves around two newlywed brides mistakenly swapped during a train journey. It was a decent success at the box office and turned into a big success on Netflix. ##
5. Animal (2023, Hindi) – 29.2M ##
An A-rated gritty action-drama exploring a troubled father-son relationship, Animal features Ranbir Kapoor in a dark, intense, and violent role unlike anything in his career. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film was a huge blockbuster at the box office with over 900 crores gross collection globally. It was released with an extended cut on Netflix. ##
6. Crew (2024, Hindi) – 27.2M ##
A heist comedy starring Tabu, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Kriti Sanon as flight attendants who get caught in an unexpected twist of fortune and fraud. Crew delivered a fresh genre mix of female camaraderie, satire, and suspense, resonating with a wide demographic and pushing strong digital viewership post-release. It was a success at the box office. ##
7. Maharaja (2024, Tamil) – 27.10M ##
Starring Vijay Sethupathi, Maharaja is a gripping revenge thriller about a barber seeking justice for the mysterious loss of something he calls Lakshmi. The film's dark, layered screenplay and emotional resonance made it a standout sleeper hit on Netflix. Before that, it was a big box office blockbuster with around 200 crores worldwide, including around 100 crores collection from China. ##
8. Fighter (2024, Hindi) – 26.30M ##
Directed by Siddharth Anand, Fighter is touted to be India's first aerial action film. It pairs Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone as elite Air Force pilots taking on terrorism. With slick action choreography, patriotic elements, and VFX-heavy dogfights, it became a major Netflix draw after a decent theatrical run, especially with fans of high-octane war thrillers. ##
9. Lucky Bhaskar (2024, Telugu) – 26.30M ##
A fictionalised account of a modest bank employee who uncovers a massive financial fraud, Lucky Bhaskar blends real-world tension with a heist-like thriller format. Starring Dulquer Salmaan, the movie was a blockbuster success at both theatrically and digitally. ##
10. Shaitaan (2024, Hindi) – 24M ##
A supernatural thriller starring Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, and Jyothika, Shaitaan explores black magic and demonic possession within a family drama. Its fast-paced narrative and eerie tension made it a box office hit and one of the most-watched horror thrillers on Netflix. ##
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