5 top-grossing films of Kamal Haasan as 'Indian 2' sets to recreate box office records

Kamal Haasan has teamed up with director Shankar for 'Indian 2', marking a sequel to their previous hit film 'Indian'. After a long delay, 'Indian 2' has finally hit the big screens, and fans across various locations are enjoying the latest release. With its multi-language release and high anticipation, 'Indian 2' is set to break box office records. As we await its success, let's take a look at the top 5 grossers of Kamal Haasan's illustrious career.

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Kamal Haasan's film 'Vikram' has achieved significant success at the box office, surpassing the ₹450 crore mark globally. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the movie features Kamal Haasan in the lead role, connecting to his 1986 film 'Vikram', with Vijay Sethupathi and Fahadh Faasil playing crucial roles. The action entertainer turned out to be a massive hit and is currently Kamal Haasan's highest-grossing film.

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Directed by Kamal Haasan, 'Vishwaroopam' was a Tamil-Hindi bilingual released in 2013. The film had a substantial box office collection, grossing around ₹42 crore worldwide in its opening weekend and reportedly over ₹220 crore by the end of its theatrical run. Despite facing a ban in Tamil Nadu and a delayed release in the state, 'Vishwaroopam' became one of the highest-grossing Indian films of the year.

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Directed by KS Ravikumar, 'Dasavatharam' features Kamal Haasan in 10 different roles, reflecting the film's title. Released in 2008 as a multilingual film in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi, it grossed around ₹85 crore worldwide during its theatrical run. The film is celebrated for its remarkable execution and stands as one of Kamal Haasan's memorable works.

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Directed by Shankar, the 1996 Tamil film 'Indian' features Kamal Haasan in dual roles as father and son. The movie was a significant commercial success, grossing approximately ₹60 crore worldwide during its initial run, a substantial amount for that time. The film has been praised for its storyline and performances, contributing to its box office success. Kamal Haasan's portrayal of Senapathy, also known as Indian Thatha, earned him the National Film Award for Best Actor.

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The sequel to 'Vishwaroopam', 'Vishwaroopam 2' was released in 2018. Directed and led by Kamal Haasan, the film received a mixed reception and did not perform as well as its predecessor at the box office. It grossed just over ₹50 crore worldwide during its theatrical run, falling short of the high expectations set by its promotions.

As 'Indian 2' aims to recreate box office history, these top-grossing films highlight Kamal Haasan's incredible impact on Indian cinema.

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