India's box office story: Through the numbers
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With a gross collection of ₹11,833 crore, 2024 became the second-highest earning year in India’s box office history, just behind 2023’s record ₹12,226 crore. Hindi cinema faced a setback, with collections dropping from ₹5,380 crore in 2023 to ₹4,679 crore in 2024, reducing its box office share by 4 percentage points to 40%. In contrast, Malayalam cinema witnessed unprecedented growth, doubling its market share from 5% to 10% and crossing the ₹1,000 crore mark for the first time. However, overall footfalls dipped by 6% compared to 2023, reaching 88.3 crore (883 million).
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October 2025
As India’s growth story gains momentum and the number of billionaires rises, the country’s luxury market is seeing a boom like never before, with the taste for luxury moving beyond the metros. From high-end watches and jewellery to lavish residences and luxurious holidays, Indians are splurging like never before. Storied luxury brands are rushing in to satiate this demand, often roping in Indian celebs as ambassadors.