This actor has shattered all records by delivering 8 consecutive hit films, each grossing over Rs 200 crore at the box office. Scroll down to know the name.
The Indian film industry is a sea of actors. While some deliver stellar performances and bask in the limelight, others work hard to win over audiences. In 2024, several big hits have captivated viewers, including Kalki 2898 AD, Stree 2, and many more. While many may believe that Prabhas, who starred in Nag Ashwin’s Kalki, is among the actors who have delivered multiple hits in a row, the reality is different. Big names such as Shah Rukh Khan, Rajinikanth, Jr NTR, and others have certainly made an impact in the industry. However, there is one actor who has shattered all records by delivering 8 consecutive hit films, each grossing over Rs 200 crore at the box office. If you’re wondering who this actor is, here’s a hint – this superstar isn’t from Bollywood, but from the South Indian film industry.
Recently, Venkat Prabhu’s directorial GOAT hit the big screens, and as expected, the movie turned out to be a massive hit among fans. If you know who starred in GOAT, then you already know the name of the actor with 8 back-to-back hits – none other than Thalapathy Vijay. He is one of the most bankable actors in the Indian film industry, with his last 8 films collectively grossing over Rs 200 crore each at the box office. The South Indian superstar achieved this milestone in 2017 with Mersal, which grossed Rs 220 crore at the box office. Vijay’s career graph is truly remarkable.
Thalapathy Vijay’s Consecutive 8 Hit Films and Their Collections
While Mersal was a massive hit, Vijay’s next film Sarkar also made a significant impact, grossing Rs 252 crore. This was followed by Bigil (Rs 295 crore), Master (Rs 223 crore), Beast (Rs 216 crore), and Varisu (Rs 297 crore). Vijay’s Leo turned out to be the highest-grossing Tamil movie of 2023, earning Rs 623 crore at the global box office. Now, his latest release – GOAT – is making waves in theatres. The film is inching towards the Rs 200 crore mark, and as of day 9 of its release, GOAT has grossed Rs 184.50 crore. Released in Tamil, Hindi, and Telugu, Thalapathy Vijay’s movie is showing no signs of losing its buzz.
Thalapathy Vijay has also become the first actor in India to command a fee of Rs 200 crore for a film, surpassing Shah Rukh Khan as the country’s highest-paid actor. He received this substantial paycheck for his lead role in GOAT, as confirmed by co-producer Archana Kalpathi in an interview with Galatta.
