Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan,’ Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer,’ Sunny Deol’s ‘Gadar 2’ Among Most Popular Indian Films on IMDb (EXCLUSIVE)
The IMDb year-end rankings have been released, revealing the most popular Indian films of the year. Topping the list is Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan,’ followed by Rajinikanth’s ‘Jailer’ and Sunny Deol’s ‘Gadar 2.’ These films not only conquered the box office but also garnered immense attention from IMDb users worldwide.
IMDb’s year-end lists are based on the page views of over 200 million monthly visitors, making them a reliable reflection of public interest. The rankings include theatrical releases, direct-to-streaming films, and streaming series released in India between January 1 and November 6.
Securing the top two spots in IMDb’s 10 most popular streaming films of the year are Netflix offerings Lust Stories 2 and Jaane Jaan. Meanwhile, the top two positions in the streaming series category are held by Farzi, directed by Krishna D.K. and Raj Nidimoru, and Guns & Gulaabs, a Netflix series. These rankings highlight the success of these streaming platforms in delivering captivating content to audiences.
The director of the highest-ranked film, Jawan, Atlee, expressed his gratitude for the recognition: ‘Jawan’ is a captivating, emotional, action-entertainer that intricately portrays the profound emotional odyssey of a man who is determined to rectify societal injustices. This film holds a significant place in our hearts. Its reception and love from the audience worldwide is overwhelming. Atlee also extended his thanks to Shah Rukh Khan, Red Chillies Entertainment, his team, and the audience for their contributions to the film’s success.
Karan Johar, director of Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, which secured the third spot among theatrical releases, shared his excitement: The team and I are overwhelmed with the love and warmth we have received for ‘Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.’ To be on the top 10 list of IMDb is a massive validation of the film’s reception.
Directors Raj and D.K., behind the popular streaming series Farzi and Guns & Gulaabs, expressed their delight at the success of their creations: How absolutely thrilling to see both the series we released this year being loved so much. Both are such distinctly different worlds that we created for Prime Video and for Netflix. It’s quite something to have a win for both popular streaming services.
Here are the IMDb Top 10 Most Popular Indian Movies of 2023 (Theatrical):
1. Jawan
2. Pathaan
3. Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
4. Leo
5. OMG 2
6. Jailer
7. Gadar 2
8. The Kerala Story
9. Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar
10. Bholaa
These films have undoubtedly left a lasting impression on audiences, and their popularity on IMDb further solidifies their status as major hits of the year.
The IMDb year-end rankings offer valuable insights into the preferences of film enthusiasts and streamers worldwide. With the dynamic landscape of Indian cinema, these rankings serve as a guide to navigate the vast array of content and discover the most engaging movies and series of the year.
Note: The above information is based on the IMDb year-end rankings and quotes from relevant individuals.
