NEW DELHI: IMDb, the movie database, recently unveiled its exclusive list of the top 10 most popular Indian films of 2023, encompassing movies that had theatrical releases between January 1 and November 6 of the same year. This highly anticipated compilation was curated based on the page views of over 200 million visitors worldwide to the site. These movies, spanning various languages, were favoured by audiences and managed to secure a user rating of 5 or more, marking them as clear fan favourites.
- Jawan
Topping the prestigious list was ‘Jawan’, directed by Atlee and featuring the charismatic Shah Rukh Khan. Atlee expressed his elation, describing “Jawan” as a compelling action entertainer that delves into the emotional journey of a man determined to rectify societal injustices. The overwhelming reception and adoration received from global audiences have left the director on cloud nine.
- Pathaan
Following closely was “Pathaan,” another Shah Rukh Khan-starrer directed by Siddharth Anand. The film marked the introduction of a new R&AW agent in the YRF spy universe. The plot revolved around the protagonist forming a special unit to thwart a terrorist, portrayed by John Abraham, from causing chaos in the country.
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- Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
“Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani,” featuring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt, garnered immense love and acclaim. Director Karan Johar expressed immense gratitude for the overwhelming response, considering the IMDb list as a significant validation of their work, igniting a new zeal in him as a filmmaker.
- Leo
The roster wouldn’t be complete without “Leo,” a pivotal addition to Lokesh Kanagaraj’s gripping cinematic universe. Starring Vijay and Trisha, the Tamil film served as an adaptation of an English film and a graphic novel.
- OMG 2
The sequel to OMG! delivered a crucial and essential message regarding sex education, filling a significant gap in this area. With Pankaj Tripathi and Akshay Kumar taking the lead, this satirical comedy appears to be a commendable continuation of the successful predecessor, serving as a valuable sequel.
- Jailer
In this directorial venture by Nelson Dilipkumar, Rajinikanth portrayed the role of a retired prison warden whose peaceful life is dramatically disrupted. The Tamil movie also featured guest appearances by renowned actors Shiva Rajkumar from Kannada cinema and Mohanlal from Malayalam cinema, bringing immense joy to the audience.
- Gadar 2
The release of “Gadar: Ek Prem Katha” in 2001 marked a resurgence in Sunny Deol’s career. Many years later, the sequel, featuring Ameesha Patel as a co-star, continued the narrative from where the previous installment concluded, contributing to a similar revitalization of Deol’s career trajectory.
- The Kerala Story
Adah Sharma portrays Shalini Unnikrishnan, a student hailing from Kerala, who undergoes a profound loss of identity, faith, and life owing to religious extremism. While the film’s reception among viewers was divisive, its title evidently gained enough popularity to secure a spot on the list.
- Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar
This romantic comedy by Luv Ranjan divided the audience just like his earlier works did. Ranbir Kapoor portrays a carefree businessman and womanizer, while Shraddha Kapoor takes on the role of an ambitious chartered accountant in this comedic portrayal.
- Bholaa
Bholaa represents the Hindi adaptation of the 2019 Tamil movie Kaithi. Ajay Devgn portrays a truck driver recently released from prison, unexpectedly entangled in a far-reaching conspiracy. The entire narrative unfolds within the course of a single night.
