'Hanuman Ansh' beats 'Dhurandhar 2', becomes most profitable Bollywood film of 2026 with over 15,000% ROI
Hanuman Ansh led a profitable year for Indian cinema, with multiple films crossing the “Super Hit” threshold, including Dhurandhar 2.
- Sep 22, 2026,
- Updated Sep 22, 2026 10:17 AM IST
The mythological action spectacle Hanuman Ansh has been declared the most profitable Indian movie of 2026, surpassing big-budget contenders at the domestic box office. Hanuman Ansh recorded an estimated production budget of ₹1.8 crore and amassed a lifetime collection of approximately ₹275.88 crore at the Indian box office, according to trade data compiled by Koimoi. This translates to a staggering profit of ₹274.08 crore and a return on investment (ROI) of 15,004.44%, becoming a “Super Duper Hit” at the ticket counters.
The film's profitability outperformed other major 2026 releases, including Dhurandhar 2 (₹961.32 crore profit on a ₹225 crore budget; 427.25% ROI) and Awarapan 2 (₹111.12 crore profit on a ₹45 crore budget; 246.93% ROI).
Factors Behind the Success
Industry analysts attribute the film’s runaway success to a combination of devotional appeal, high-quality VFX, and strategic pan-India release. The mythological genre has seen renewed audience interest following the success of earlier faith-based spectacles, and Hanuman Ansh capitalised on this momentum with its visually grand portrayal of the revered deity.
The film’s modest budget allowed for a lower break-even point, enabling it to turn profitable within days of release. Strong word-of-mouth, repeat viewings in tier-2 and tier-3 markets, and robust performance in Hindi-speaking belts further fuelled its collections.
2026’s Profitable Line-Up
Hanuman Ansh led a profitable year for Indian cinema, with multiple films crossing the “Super Hit” threshold. Other notable entries include Dhurandhar 2, which posted the highest absolute profit of the year, and Awarapan 2, which delivered strong returns on a mid-range budget.
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The success of Hanuman Ansh underscores the commercial viability of mythological storytelling when paired with technical excellence and targeted marketing.
The mythological action spectacle Hanuman Ansh has been declared the most profitable Indian movie of 2026, surpassing big-budget contenders at the domestic box office. Hanuman Ansh recorded an estimated production budget of ₹1.8 crore and amassed a lifetime collection of approximately ₹275.88 crore at the Indian box office, according to trade data compiled by Koimoi. This translates to a staggering profit of ₹274.08 crore and a return on investment (ROI) of 15,004.44%, becoming a “Super Duper Hit” at the ticket counters.
The film's profitability outperformed other major 2026 releases, including Dhurandhar 2 (₹961.32 crore profit on a ₹225 crore budget; 427.25% ROI) and Awarapan 2 (₹111.12 crore profit on a ₹45 crore budget; 246.93% ROI).
Factors Behind the Success
Industry analysts attribute the film’s runaway success to a combination of devotional appeal, high-quality VFX, and strategic pan-India release. The mythological genre has seen renewed audience interest following the success of earlier faith-based spectacles, and Hanuman Ansh capitalised on this momentum with its visually grand portrayal of the revered deity.
The film’s modest budget allowed for a lower break-even point, enabling it to turn profitable within days of release. Strong word-of-mouth, repeat viewings in tier-2 and tier-3 markets, and robust performance in Hindi-speaking belts further fuelled its collections.
2026’s Profitable Line-Up
Hanuman Ansh led a profitable year for Indian cinema, with multiple films crossing the “Super Hit” threshold. Other notable entries include Dhurandhar 2, which posted the highest absolute profit of the year, and Awarapan 2, which delivered strong returns on a mid-range budget.
DO CHECKOUT: India’s Oscars 2027 entry: Marathi thriller 'Gondhal' selected from 33 films
The success of Hanuman Ansh underscores the commercial viability of mythological storytelling when paired with technical excellence and targeted marketing.