Top 10 Best Movies of 2023 Bollywood

2023 was a spectacular year for Bollywood, delivering a mix of action packed blockbusters, emotional dramas, and thought-provoking stories. From Shah Rukh Khan’s grand comeback to small gems like 12th Fail, Indian cinema had something for everyone. Here’s the ultimate list of the 10 best Bollywood movies of 2023, ranked based on box office success, IMDb ratings and audience love.

List of Top 10 Best Movies of 2023 Bollywood

Jawan
Pathaan
Gadar 2
Animal
Dunki
12th Fail
OMG 2
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
Sam Bahadur
Mission Raniganj

Complete details of each film below:

1. Jawan

Jawan (2023)	Details
Genre	Action, thriller
Director	Atlee
Cast	Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupathi, Deepika Padukone (special appearance), Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra
Release Date	7 September 2023
Budget	₹300 crore
Box Office	₹1148–1160 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	Netflix
Overall Rating	7.0/10
Verdict	All-Time Blockbuster

Review of Jawan (2023):
Jawan was the biggest Bollywood hit of 2023, blending mass entertainment with social messaging. Shah Rukh Khan‘s dual role, high-octane action, and Atlee’s gripping direction made it a cinematic spectacle. The film’s emotional depth and whistle-worthy moments kept audiences hooked.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
The climax was shot in a real prison for authenticity. Shah Rukh Khan trained extensively for his action scenes, performing many stunts himself. The film’s success cemented SRK’s dominance in Indian cinema after Pathaan.

2. Pathaan

Pathaan (2023) — Details

Pathaan (2023)	Details
Genre	Action thriller
Director	Siddharth Anand
Cast	Shah Rukh Khan, Deepika Padukone, John Abraham, Dimple Kapadia, Ashutosh Rana
Release Date	25 January 2023
Budget	₹250 crore
Box Office	₹1050 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	Amazon Prime Video
Overall Rating	5.9/10
Verdict	All-Time Blockbuster

Review of Pathaan (2023):
Pathaan marked Shah Rukh Khan’s explosive return as an action hero. With breathtaking stunts, Deepika Padukone’s glamour, and John Abraham’s menacing villainy, the film set the stage for YRF’s spy universe. The “Besharam Rang” controversy only added to its hype.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
The Dubai helicopter chase sequence cost ₹50 crore alone. John Abraham underwent intense physical training to play the antagonist. The film’s success revived Bollywood’s post-pandemic box office.

3. Gadar 2

Gadar 2 Sunny deol with a hummar in pakistan 2023

Gadar 2 (2023) — Details

Gadar 2 (2023)	Details
Genre	Period action drama
Director	Anil Sharma
Cast	Sunny Deol, Ameesha Patel, Utkarsh Sharma, Simrat Kaur, Manish Wadhwa
Release Date	11 August 2023
Budget	₹60 crore
Box Office	₹691 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	ZEE5
Overall Rating	5.1/10
Verdict	All-Time Blockbuster

Review of Gadar 2 (2023):
A nostalgic sequel to the 2001 classic, Gadar 2 brought back Sunny Deol’s iconic “Hindustan Zindabad” rage. The film’s patriotic fervor and mass appeal made it a box office juggernaut, especially in single-screen theaters.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
Sunny Deol performed all his stunts at 65, including the famous hand-pump scene. The film’s dialogue “Dhai kilo ka haath” became a viral meme.

4. Animal

Animal 2023 Ranbir and bobby fight scene

Animal (2023)	Details
Genre	Action, Thriller
Director	Sandeep Reddy Vanga
Cast	Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Tripti Dimri
Release Date	1 December 2023
Budget	₹200 crore
Box Office	₹917.82 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	Netflix
Overall Rating	6.2/10
Verdict	All-Time Blockbuster

Review of Animal (2023):
Animal was the most controversial yet commercially successful film of 2023. Ranbir Kapoor’s intense performance and Sandeep Vanga’s raw storytelling divided audiences but created massive buzz. The film’s violence and complex characters sparked nationwide debates.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
Ranbir Kapoor gained 15kg muscle for his role. Bobby Deol’s silent villain act was shot in just 15 days but became iconic. The 3 hour 21 minute runtime is the longest for a Bollywood hit in recent years.

5. Dunki

Dunki (2023)	Details
Genre	Comedy, Drama
Director	Rajkumar Hirani
Cast	Shah Rukh Khan, Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Boman Irani, Vikram Kochhar, Anil Grover
Release Date	21 December 2023
Budget	₹120 crore
Box Office	₹470.6 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	Netflix
Overall Rating	6.8/10
Verdict	Blockbuster

Review of Dunki (2023):
Dunki combined Rajkumar Hirani’s signature humor with a heartfelt take on illegal immigration. Shah Rukh Khan delivered one of his most natural performances, while Vicky Kaushal’s cameo stole the show. The film’s emotional second half resonated deeply with NRI audiences.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
The “Donkey Flight” method shown in the film is based on real immigrant stories. Shooting across Europe posed visa challenges for the crew. This was SRK’s first collaboration with Hirani after 20 years of planning.

6. 12th Fail

12th Fail when the actor was working in atta mile factory

12th Fail (2023)	Details
Genre	Biography, Drama
Director	Vidhu Vinod Chopra
Cast	Vikrant Massey, Medha Shankr, Anant Joshi, Anshumaan Pushkar, Priyanshu Chatterjee
Release Date	27 October 2023
Budget	₹20 crore
Box Office	₹70 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	Disney+ Hotstar
Overall Rating	8.7/10
Verdict	Superhit

Review of 12th Fail (2023):
This small budget gem became 2023’s highest-rated Indian film on IMDb. Vikrant Massey’s portrayal of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma’s struggle moved audiences to tears. The film’s authentic depiction of UPSC aspirants’ lives struck a chord nationwide.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
Vidhu Vinod Chopra shot in real UPSC coaching centers of Mukherjee Nagar. Vikrant Massey lived with real aspirants to prepare. The film’s climax was rewritten 27 times to perfect the emotional impact.

7. OMG 2

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OMG 2 (2023)	Details
Genre	Comedy, Drama
Director	Amit Rai
Cast	Akshay Kumar, Pankaj Tripathi, Yami Gautam, Pavan Malhotra, Arun Govil
Release Date	11 August 2023
Budget	₹65 crore
Box Office	₹221 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	Netflix
Overall Rating	7.5/10
Verdict	Super Hit

Review of OMG 2 (2023):
This spiritual sequel to OMG tackled sex education in schools with humor and sensitivity. Pankaj Tripathi’s stellar performance as a conflicted father outshone even Akshay Kumar’s divine cameo. The film’s bold subject matter faced 27 CBFC cuts before release.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
The courtroom scenes were shot in a real Lucknow court. Akshay Kumar shot his entire role in just 7 days. The script was revised 15 times to balance humor with social messaging.

8. Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani - Ranbir and Alia together — Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani – Ranbir and Alia together

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023)	Details
Genre	Romantic comedy, family drama
Director	Karan Johar
Cast	Ranveer Singh, Alia Bhatt, Dharmendra, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi
Release Date	28 July 2023
Budget	₹160 crore
Box Office	₹355 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	Amazon Prime Video
Overall Rating	6.5/10
Verdict	Hit

Review of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani (2023):
Karan Johar’s comeback film blended old school romance with modern sensibilities. Ranveer and Alia’s crackling chemistry and the film’s progressive take on gender roles made it 2023’s most stylish love story. The “What Jhumka?” song became the year’s biggest dance anthem.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
The iconic Kathak sequence took 22 days to shoot. Ranveer improvised many of Rocky’s quirky mannerisms. The Delhi-Punjabi cultural clash scenes were based on Johar’s personal observations.

9. Sam Bahadur

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Sam Bahadur (2023)	Details
Genre	Biographical war drama
Director	Meghna Gulzar
Cast	Vicky Kaushal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sanya Malhotra, Neeraj Kabi, Edward Sonnenblick, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub
Release Date	1 December 2023
Budget	₹60 crore
Box Office	₹130.3 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	ZEE5
Overall Rating	7.7/10
Verdict	Hit

Review of Sam Bahadur (2023):
Vicky Kaushal’s transformative performance as Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw anchored this classy biopic. The film’s crisp storytelling and authentic period details made it stand out despite clashing with Animal. The 1971 war sequences were particularly impactful.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
Vicky spent 6 months studying Manekshaw’s mannerisms and voice. Real Indian Army personnel were used as extras. The famous “I’m not a yes man” dialogue was taken verbatim from historical records.

10. Mission Raniganj

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Mission Raniganj (2023)	Details
Genre	Disaster thriller, biographical
Director	Tinu Suresh Desai
Cast	Akshay Kumar, Parineeti Chopra, Ravi Kishan, Kumud Mishra, Pawan Malhotra
Release Date	6 October 2023
Budget	₹55 crore
Box Office	₹45.66 crore (worldwide)
OTT Platform	Netflix
Overall Rating	7.3/10
Verdict	Flop

Review of Mission Raniganj (2023):
Based on the real 1989 coal mine rescue, this underrated thriller featured Akshay Kumar’s best performance in years. The claustrophobic mine sequences created genuine tension, though the film suffered from poor marketing and release timing.

Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
The mine sets were built at actual depth (200 feet). Real miners were consulted for technical accuracy. Akshay insisted on doing all underground scenes without body doubles.