The Indian film industry has found global success with its diverse and dramatic portrayal of cultures. It is the largest film industry in terms of output and has attracted a global audience with its Bollywood films made on low budgets. Here are 10 Bollywood movies that smashed the box office despite their low budgets:
1. Raazi (2018) is a gripping tale of a young Indian girl on a dangerous espionage mission in Pakistan. Made on a budget of ₹38 cr.
2. Stree (2018) is inspired by a popular myth and folklore widely believed in various parts of India. Made on a budget of 24 cr.
3. Vicky Donor (2012) revolves around a fertility expert and a healthy donor providing successful cases for couples. Made on a budget of ₹10.00 cr.
4. Paan Singh Tomar (2012) depicts the life of an Indian athlete who turns into a rebel. Made on a budget of ₹7 cr.
5. Bheja Fry (2007) portrays the chaos caused in a man’s house when an aspiring singer visits. Made on est. 1 cr. 50 lacs.
6. A Wednesday (2008) details a bomb scare in Mumbai and was made on an est. 3 cr. budget.
7. Lipstick Under My Burkha (2017) tells the story of four average women forced to steal and hide to live life under societal rules. Made on a budget of 7 cr.
8. No One Killed Jessica (2011) is inspired by true events and was made on a budget of 19 cr.
9. Kahaani (2012) follows a pregnant woman’s search for her missing husband and was made on a 20 cr budget.
10. Tere Bin Laden (2010) focuses on a reporter sparking chaos by sharing a video of an Osama Bin Laden doppelganger online. Made on a budget of 9cr. 50 lacs.