Shah Rukh Khan took a four-year hiatus after his 2018 film Zero failed at the box office. In January 2023, he made a triumphant return with Siddharth Anand’s Pathaan, which became an all-time blockbuster, restoring the Badshah to his throne as the King of Bollywood. But his next release, Jawan, surpassed Pathaan in terms of box office success.
Shah Rukh Khan’s films, Pathaan and Jawan, have grossed a staggering ₹2141.19 crores worldwide this year, making the superstar the highest-grossing Bollywood actor of 2023.
In addition to the success of Pathaan and Jawan, Shah Rukh Khan has another big release coming up this Christmas: Rajkumar Hirani’s Dunki. This highly anticipated collaboration is expected to earn massive at the box office, further cementing Khan’s status as the highest-grossing Bollywood actor of 2023.
Shah Rukh Khan has made a triumphant return to Bollywood after a four-year hiatus, with his films Pathaan and Jawan becoming all-time blockbusters at the box office. The two films have grossed a staggering ₹2141.19 crores worldwide, making Khan the highest-grossing Bollywood actor of 2023 by a significant margin.
Pathaan, which was released in January, opened to record-breaking numbers and went on to become the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time. Jawan, which was released in September, surpassed Pathaan’s box office earnings in just a few weeks. Both films were praised for their high production values, action sequences, and Khan’s charismatic performances.
In addition to his commercial success, Khan has also received critical acclaim for his work in Pathaan and Jawan. He was particularly lauded for his portrayal of a raw and gritty character in Jawan, which marked a departure from his usual roles.
Khan’s box office dominance in 2023 is a testament to his enduring popularity and star power. He remains one of the most beloved and respected actors in the world, and his fans are eagerly awaiting his next release, Dunki, which is scheduled to release in December.