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7 Deepika Padukone’s Highest Grossing Movies: XXX Return of Xander Cage tops

Aug 31, 2024 · 4:29 PM Blog

Deepika Padukone is among the most loved and admired Indian actresses, who has wooed audiences for close to 20 years. She is the highest grossing Indian actress and is among the biggest actresses to have ever graced the Indian Film Industry too. Let’s have a look at Deepika Padukone’s highest grossing movies at the box office worldwide, as we keenly await the release of her next film, Singham Again.

7 Deepika Padukone’s Highest Grossing Movies Worldwide

1. XXX: Return of Xander Cage

XXX: Return of Xander Cage is Deepika Padukone’s highest grossing movie. The film collected around USD 346 million, which when converted to Rupees is a little over Rs 2350 crore going by January 2017’s exchange rates. The film got a mixed response. Its China performance acted as a saviour, thanks to the star power of Donnie Yen.

The film had great hype at the time of its release. Diesel even came to India to promote the film. The movie didn’t quite click with the Indian diaspora as it could only manage to gross little over USD 5 million.

2. Jawan

Jawan directed by Atlee Kumar and co-starring Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi broke all box office records when it was released. The movie grossed Rs 1159 crore worldwide and was the highest grossing Indian film of 2023. It will be released in Japan by the end of the year and the collections are bound to increase further.

The movie registered the highest opening day collections for a Bollywood movie and by the end of its extended weekend, it had crossed Rs 500 crore worldwide already. It became the second and only film of 2023 to enter the Rs 1000 crore club, the first being Pathaan, also starring Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan.

3. Pathaan

Pathaan directed by Siddharth Anand and co-starring Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham was a box office juggernaut at the time of its release. It redefined the Hindi box office as it became the first Hindi film to gross Rs 1000 crores worldwide in the very first phase of release. It was the second Hindi film to collect over Rs 1000 crores worldwide, the first being Dangal, with major contributions from the Middle Kingdom.

Pathaan ended up being the second highest grossing film of 2023, just behind Jawan. The film is famous to have eradicated the threat of boycott calls on Bollywood films. Before the release of Pathaan, the Hindi industry was more or less in shambles. 2023 ended up being one of the most successful years for Bollywood in terms of Box Office.

4. Kalki 2898 AD

Kalki 2898 AD directed by Nag Ashwin and co-starring Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan was a huge box office phenomenon. Made at a staggering budget of over Rs 600 crore, the movie minted Rs 980 crore worldwide (Rs 1028 crore if 3D glasses charges are added) and emerged a big success. It currently is the highest grossing Indian film of 2024, both in India and overseas.

Kalki 2898 AD was a very gutsy attempt at making a futuristic sci-fi film and at the scale that it was made at. The second part of Kalki is now keenly awaited. In all likelihood, the next part of Kalki should be released by 2028 if not later. Makers released 2 episodes of Kalki 2898 AD’s animated series on Prime Video and the director has promised that more will be released on the platform soon.

5. Padmaavat

Padmaavat directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and co-starring Ranveer Singh and Shahid Kapoor was a blockbuster at the time of its release. Despite facing protests and being banned in a few states, it won the love of the audience and was the second highest grosser of the year, only behind Sanju. If not for the ban in some states, the historical epic could have become the highest grosser of the year.

Padmaavat continues to be Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s highest grossing film. Since Padmaavat, the director has made Gangubai Kathiawadi which was a hit at the box office, and Heeramandi, which released directly on streaming. It got mixed reviews but is the most watched Indian series on Netflix.

6. Chennai Express

Chennai Express directed by Rohit Shetty and co-starring Shah Rukh Khan was the highest grossing Hindi film at the time of its release as it grossed close to Rs 400 crore worldwide. The movie marked the second collaboration of Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone after the blockbuster success of Om Shanti Om. Even after so many years, their success streak remains intact.

Deepika Padukone’s next film Singham Again is with her Chennai Express director Rohit Shetty. The excitement for the movie is brewing as the Diwali date draws nearer.

7. Bajirao Mastani

Bajirao Mastani is among Deepika Padukone’s most loved movies. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and co-starring Ranveer Singh, this Christmas 2015 release emerged a hit at the box office as it grossed a little over Rs 350 crore worldwide. The movie clashed with Dilwale and while it could not cross its worldwide collections, it did manage to do better in India after a lower start than the former.

Deepika Padukone has collaborated with Sanjay Leela Bhansali on 3 films and all of them have proven to be cult favourites.

Following is a list of Deepika Padukone’s Highest Grossing Movies, on the basis of worldwide gross:-

Rank
Movie
Worldwide Gross

1
XXX: Return Of Xander Cage
Rs 2350 crore

2
Jawan
Rs 1059 crore

3
Pathaan
Rs 1047 crore

4
Kalki 2898 AD

Rs 980 crore (excluding 3D charges.)

Rs 1028 crore (including 3D charges)

5
Padmaavat
Rs 565 crore

6
Chennai Express
Rs 396 crore

7
Bajirao Mastani
Rs 356 crore

Disclaimer: The box office figures are compiled from various sources as well as our own research. The figures can be approximate and Pinkvilla does not make any claims about the authenticity of the data. However they are adequately indicative of the box-office performance of the films in question

Upcoming Deepika Padukone Films

After Kalki 2898 AD, the only film of Deepika Padukone that is releasing is Singham Again. No projects of Deepika Padukone after Singham Again are confirmed. The actress is likely to take a short break from movies, as she welcomes her baby with Ranveer Singh in September, 2024.

Conclusion

Deepika Padukone has had a phenomenal career thus far. She is the highest grossing Indian actress and one of the biggest actresses ever. She has been instrumental in the success of all her films. While she enters her motherhood phase, we wish her only the best. We also wish she returns to movies very soon.

Which is your favourite film from Deepika Padukone’s highest grossing movies list? Let us know in the comments below.

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What Is The The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation? History And More Explored Amid Super/Man Trailer

Aug 31, 2024 · 4:29 PM Blog

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is in the spotlight once again, thanks to the release of the new Super/Man trailer. But what exactly is this foundation all about, and how did it come to be? Let’s dive into the history and mission of this organization.

The foundation’s beginnings

The story of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation began in a very personal way. In 1982, a New Jersey teenager named Henry Stifel suffered a severe car accident that left him completely paralyzed. At the time, spinal cord injuries were often considered a life sentence with no hope for recovery. Driven by his desire to help his son and others in similar situations, Henry’s father started a local support group to form a foundation focused on spinal cord research.

This initiative, known as the Stifel Paralysis Research Foundation, was one of the first to challenge the belief that spinal cord injuries could not be treated or cured. Eventually, the Foundation merged with the American Paralysis Association to combine their efforts and avoid duplication. This merger is credited with transforming paralysis research from a minor field into a vibrant area of scientific inquiry and innovation.

A new chapter with Christopher Reeve

In 1995, Christopher Reeve, renowned for his role as Superman, was paralyzed in a horseback riding accident. Reeve and his spouse, Dana, sought support from the American Paralysis Association (APA). By 1999, Reeve’s fund had merged with the APA to form the Christopher Reeve Foundation. After Dana’s death in 2006, the foundation was renamed the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation in her honor.

Christopher and Dana Reeve were more than just public figures; they were deeply involved in the foundation’s work. They recognized that their role went beyond being symbols; they actively advocated for individuals living with paralysis and pushed for advancements in spinal cord research. Christopher’s commitment to finding a cure for spinal injuries and Dana’s passion for caregiving were instrumental in shaping the foundation’s mission.

The foundation’s mission

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation has a clear mission: to cure spinal cord injury by advancing innovative research and improving the quality of life for individuals affected by paralysis. Their slogan, “Today’s Care. Tomorrow’s Cure,” reflects their commitment to both immediate support and long-term research goals.

The foundation services operate through two main establishments. The first is providing care today and the second seeking for a cure for the next day. Lets break these down and find out in detail their major support services:

National Paralysis Resource Center (NPRC): Thank’s to the vision of Dana Reeve in 2002, those living with paralysis received the national paralysis resource centre free of charge. It helps the population with language support in more than 170 languages and helps the population with communication networks, staffand funding.

Quality of Life Grants Program: Since 1999, the foundation has paid out 44 million dollars in awards to various non-profit organizations which encourage civic participation and healthy living among people suffering from paralysis.

Military & Veterans Program: This helps active duty personnel and veterans with spinal injuries by giving complete focus towards their specific requirements.

Advocacy and Policy Programs: Such programs enable individual constituents to serve their own needs and campaigns on issues around their interests in the paralysis society.

Research and innovation

On the research front, the Reeve Foundation has invested more than $140 million since its inception. Their research concerns potential groundbreaking clinical application as gene therapies aim to cure spinal cord injury and obviously attempt to create device implants to the brain for the restoration of motion. The foundation’s approach aims to speed up the transition of new treatments from the lab to real-world applications.

Apart from allocating resources for researches, the foundation encourages partnerships between scientists, academics, and industry in order to expand the field. They focus on being open about how research is going and any problems they face, so they can make discoveries faster and overcome obstacles.

The Impact and Future

The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation still provides support and aids research on paralysis. They continue to venture into the frontier of science and extend invaluable help to individuals and families, and thus their work offers hope in the search for a cure.

As the Super/Man trailer brings the foundation back to the attention of the public, it is a reminder of the struggle against spinal cord injuries and the vision of finally, finding the cure. The efforts of the foundation are both towards the present treatment needed and curing the problem in the long term, which depicts their desire to change the course of paralysis for better.

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“Only Here To Set Things Right”: Actor Mohanlal On Kerala MeToo Allegations

Aug 31, 2024 · 4:29 PM Blog

Actor Mohanlal today lauded the government for releaseing the Justice Hema Committee report, which details allegations of sexual harassment in the Malayalam film industry. The former Association of Malayalam Movie Actors (AMMA) president’s remarks come in the light of an avalanche of sexual assault and rape allegations against some of Mollywood’s biggest names, including veteran actor Siddique and filmmaker Ranjith Balakrishnan.

“We welcome the Hema Committee report. It was the right decision by the government to release that report. AMMA cannot answer all the questions. These questions should be asked from everyone. This is a very hardworking industry. Many people are involved in it. But everyone cannot be blamed for this. Those responsible will be punished, investigation is going on,” the actor said.

The 235-page report by Justice Hema Committee, published after redacting names of witnesses and the accused, notes that the Malayalam film industry is controlled by 10-15 male producers, directors, and actors.

Mohanlal said he was not part of any power group in the Malayalam film industry and he has no knowledge of the existence of any such group in the sector. He said Malayalam cinema is a huge industry where thousands of people work and the actors’s association AMMA (Association of Malayalam Movie Artists) could not address issues that cropped up there.

This is the first time that Mohanlal has addressed the media since the release of the expert panel report.

“Wrongdoers should be punished if there is evidence against them,” the “Drishyam” actor said while referring to the allegations of sexual misconduct and assaults that surfaced against some of the members of the Association.

The 64-year-old resigned from his post at the AMMA last month after the allegations surfaced, and was criticised by many for not staying in power and ensuring that the victims get justice.

Other members of the film body’s executive committee also submitted resignations as the #MeToo storm in the state grew stronger.

A statement from AMMA said the top decision-making body had taken “moral responsibility” and dissolved itself “in light of allegations made by some actors against some of the committee”.

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