The year 2021 was a testing time for the Hindi movie industry as the theatres remained closed almost throughout the year due to Covid 19 pandemic. 2022, though saw some balance returning to order as theatres opened up and movies started releasing every Friday. Though a large section of people was apprehensive about going to theatres, slowly cases started decreasing and good content drew cinema lovers to big screens.
The first 100 crore plus grossing movie of 2022 was Alia Bhatt starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi which received a thunderous response from audiences and critics alike. Over the next few months, movies like Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Jug Jugg Jeeyo, Brahmastra, and Jersey. The year is all set to end with a bang as well with Ajay Devgn starrer Drishyam 2 doing extraordinary business at the box office.
So if you are looking for some good Bollywood movies to watch during the holidays, we are here to help you. Here is a list of all the top Bollywood movies released in 2022.
Top Movies Released in Theatres (2022)
1. Badhaai Do
Synopsis– Shardul, a gay guy, and Suman, a lesbian girl enter into holy matrimony to appease their families. However, when Suman’s girlfriend moves In with them, their lives become complex.
- Released on- 11 January 2022
- Now Streaming on- Netflix India
- Duration-2 hours 27 minutes
- Starring- Rajkumar Rao, Bhumi Pednekar, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 29 crores approx.
- Reason to watch- The sensitive subject of same-sex relationships is shown well.
2. Gangubai Kathiawadi
Synopsis– After being duped and sold to a brothel, a young woman takes control of the world she was once a pawn in, utilizing her underworld connections to rule it.
- Released on- 25th February 2022
- Now Streaming on- Netflix India
- Duration-2 hours 34 minutes
- Starring- Alia Bhatt, Shantanu Maheshwari, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7/10
- Language- Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 209.77 crore
- Reason to watch- If you are an Alia Bhatt and Sanjay Leela Bhansali fan, this one’s a must-watch.
3. Jhund
Synopsis- Vijay Barse, a retired sports teacher forms a football team of slum-dwelling children in order to keep them away from drugs and crime. Additionally, he strives to get them into a national tournament.
- Released on- 4 March 2022
- Now Streaming on- Zee5
- Duration-2 hours 55 minutes
- Starring- Amitabh Bachchan, Sayli Patil, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7.4/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 29.6 crore
- Reason to watch- Good story with an equally talented cast.
4. Radhe Shyam
Synopsis- In the 1970s Europe, a world-renowned Palmist Vikramaditya finds love when he meets Prerna, a doctor. However, their relationship is threatened by his view of destiny and a terminal illness.
- Released on- 4 March 2022
- Now Streaming on- Netflix India
- Duration-2 hours 18 minutes
- Starring- Prabhas, Pooja Hegde, and others
- IMDb Rating- 5.3/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-214 crore
- Reason to watch-If you are a fan of love stories and good music, this is a must-watch.
5. The Kashmir Files
Synopsis- Krishna endeavors to uncover the reason behind his parents’ brutal killings in Kashmir. He is shocked to uncover a web of lies and conspiracies in connection with the massive genocide.
- Released on- 11 March 2022
- Now Streaming on- Zee5
- Duration-2 hours 50 minutes
- Starring- Anupam Kher, Pallavi Joshi, and others
- IMDb Rating- 8.3/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-340.92 crore
- Reason to watch-One of the biggest superhits of the year, the movie was helmed for showing the Kashmiri Pandits situation appropriately.
6. Bachchan Pandey
Synopsis- To succeed in the film industry, Myra chooses Bachchan Paandey, a notorious hooligan as the main focus of her new movie. Things get complicated when the gangster decides to act in the film.
- Released on- 18 March 2022
- Now Streaming on- Amazon Prime Video
- Duration- 2 hours 26 minutes
- Starring- Akshay Kumar, Kriti Sanon, and others
- IMDb Rating- 5.2/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-73.17 crore
- Reason to watch- Akshay Kumar in a never seen avatar.
7. Jersey
Synopsis- Arjun, a talented but failed cricketer, decides to return to cricket in his late thirties, driven by the desire to represent the Indian cricket team and fulfill his son’s wish for a jersey as a gift.
- Released on- 8 April 2022
- Now Streaming on- Netflix India
- Duration- 2 hours 50 minutes
- Starring- Shahid Kapoor, Mrunal Thakur, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7.3/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-30 crore
- Reason to watch- Shahid Kapoor is back with an excellent performance in the role of a man with a never give up attitude.
8. Runway 34
Synopsis- Upon dealing with the rough climate in Cochin, two pilots make a risky landing in Thiruvananthapuram. But trouble ensues when personnel from the AAIB probes the matter.
- Released on- 29 April 2022
- Now Streaming on- Amazon Prime Video
- Duration-2 hours 25 minutes
- Starring- Ajay Devgn, Aakanksha Singh, Amitabh Bachchan, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7/10
- Language- Hindi
- Box Office Collection-54 crore
- Reason to watch- An edge-of-the-seat thriller cum courtroom drama.
9. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2
Synopsis- After an accident, Ruhan agrees to accompany Reet back home. However, due to a series of untimely incidents, he gets caught up in her family’s skirmish.
- Released on- 20 May 2022
- Now Streaming on- Netflix India
- Duration- 2 hours 25 minutes
- Starring- Karthik Aryan, Kiara Advani, Tabu, and others
- IMDb Rating- 5.7/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-266 crore
- Reason to watch- A good mix of horror and comedy. However, if you are a fan of part 1, you might not find this too appealing.
10. Samrat Prithviraj
- Synopsis– Prithviraj Chauhan paints a target on his back when he agrees to offer Mir Hossain protection from his brother, Muhammad Ghori.
- Released on- 3 June 2022
- Now Streaming on- Amazon Prime Video
- Duration-2 hours 15 minutes
- Starring- Akshay Kumar, Manushi Chillar, and others
- IMDb Rating- 5.9/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 90.32 crore
- Reason to watch- Akshay Kumar in a historical avatar.
11. Jug Jugg Jeeyo
Synopsis- A wedding in the family serves as a platform for love, happiness, and unmasking the miscommunication, illicit affairs, and doubts that break marriages.
- Released on- 24 June 2022
- Now Streaming on- Amazon Prime Video
- Duration-2 hours 30 minutes
- Starring- Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani, and others
- IMDb Rating- 6.2/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 136.13 crore
- Reason to watch- A family entertainer for all audiences.
12. Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
Synopsis- The life of Nambi Narayanan is full of struggles and accomplishments as an aerospace engineer. His biggest challenge comes while working at ISRO when the world accuses him of treason.
- Released on- 1 July 2022
- Now Streaming on- Voot Select
- Duration-2 hours 37 minutes
- Starring- R. Madhavan, Shahrukh Khan, and others
- IMDb Rating- 8.8/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 50 crore
- Reason to watch- R. Madhavan at his best and a cameo by Shahrukh Khan.
13. Ek Villain Returns
Synopsis- When a singer disappears during a serial killer spree, a taxi driver and a businessman’s son cross paths in a disturbing tale where the lines between good and evil are blurred.
- Released on- 29 July 2022
- Now Streaming on- Netflix India
- Duration-2 hours 10 minutes
- Starring- Arjun Kapoor, Tara Sutaria, and others
- IMDb Rating- 4.5/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 68.64 crore
- Reason to watch- An edge-of-a-seat thriller with good music and storyline.
14. Laal Singh Chaddha
Synopsis- A simple man with a disability embarks on an extraordinary journey, meeting many friends along the way.
- Released on- 11 August 2022
- Now Streaming on- Netflix India
- Duration- 2 hours 39 minutes
- Starring- Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and others
- IMDb Rating- 5.5/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 129.64 crore
- Reason to watch- The movie is the Bollywood adaptation of Forrest Grump.
15. Raksha Bandhan
Synopsis- The eldest brother to 4 sisters, a chaat shop seller relentlessly strives to keep his promise to his ailing mother while also upholding their family values.
- Released on- 11 August 2022
- Now Streaming on- Zee5
- Duration- 1 hour 48 minutes
- Starring- Akshay Kumar, Bhumi Pednekar, and others
- IMDb Rating- 5.1/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 62.62 crore
- Reason to watch- The bonding between a brother and his 4 sisters is depicted in a heart-warming way.
16. Brahmastra: Part One Shiva
Synopsis– A young man on the brink of falling in love gets his world turned upside down when he discovers he has the power to control fire and a connection to a secret society of guardians.
- Released on- 9 September 2022
- Now Streaming on- Disney+Hotstar
- Duration- 2 hours 47 minutes
- Starring- Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and others
- IMDb Rating- 5.6/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-375 crore
- Reason to watch- If you want to experience Indian mythological astraverse, this one’s for you.
17. Goodbye
Synopsis- After the sudden death of their mother, chaos and grief collide as 4 adult siblings return for the funeral service at their conservative father’s home.
- Released on- 7 October 2022
- Now Streaming on- Netflix India
- Duration-2 hours 22 minutes
- Starring- Amitabh Bachchan, Neena Gupta, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7.3/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 10 crore
- Reason to watch- The movie teaches you to care for your loved ones while they are with you.
18. Doctor G
Synopsis- Uday Gupta finds himself the lone male student in the gynecology department and his hesitancy leads to chaos, confusion, comedy, and eventually great camaraderie with his female classmates.
- Released on- 14 October 2022
- Now Streaming on- Netflix India
- Duration-2 hours 4 minutes
- Starring- Ayushman Khurana, Rakulpreet, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7.1/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 44 crore
- Reason to watch- A movie that tries to break stereotypes associated with male gynecologists.
19. Ram Setu
Synopsis- An atheist archaeologist turned believer races against time to prove the true existence of the legendary Ram Setu before evil forces destroy the pillar of India’s heritage.
- Released on- 25 October 2022
- Now Streaming on- Amazon Prime Video
- Duration-2 hours 23 minutes
- Starring- Akshay Kumar, Nushrat Bharucha, and others
- IMDb Rating- 5.2/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 92.94 crore
- Reason to watch-If you want to learn about India’s history, this movie is a must-watch.
20. Phone Bhoot
Synopsis- A ghost reaches out to 2 bumbling ghostbusters for a business idea. However, their plans go downhill as the eerie ghost reveals her plan.
- Released on- 4 November 2022
- Now Streaming on- Yet to be announced
- Duration-2 hours 16 minutes
- Starring- Ishaan Khattar, Katrina Kaif, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7/10
- Language- Hindi
- Box Office Collection-20 crore
- Reason to watch- Katrina Kaif in a never seen role.
21. Uunchai
Synopsis- 3 friends leave their cozy lives behind to embark on a journey to Mount Everest.
- Released on- 11 November 2022
- Now Streaming on- Yet to be announced
- Duration-2 hours 53 minutes
- Starring- Amitabh Bachchan, Parineeti Chopra, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7.8/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection- 46 crores and counting
- Reason to watch- A slice-of-life movie for family audiences.
22. Drishyam 2
Synopsis- 7 years after the case related to Vijay and his family was closed, a series of unexpected events brings truth to light that threatens to change everything for the Salgaonkars.
- Released on- 18 November 2022
- Now Streaming on- Yet to be announced
- Duration-2 hours 25 minutes
- Starring- Ajay Devgn, Tabu, and others
- IMDb Rating- 8.6/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-302.98 crore and counting
- Reason to watch- If you loved part one and can’t wait to find out what happens to the Salgaonkars next, do watch this one.
23. Bhediya
Synopsis- Bhaskar finds himself changing after being bitten by a wolf in the forests of Arunachal. While Bhaskar begins to transform into a shape-shifting werewolf, he and his friends look for answers amid many twists, turns, and laughs.
- Released on- 25 November 2022
- Now Streaming on- Yet to be announced
- Duration-2 hours 36 minutes
- Starring- Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7.7/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-100 crore and counting
- Reason to watch- If you want to watch something new in the horror comedy genre, this is a good movie to catch up on.
24. An Action Hero
Synopsis- A film star landing in s soup. Maanav is a popular action star who’s known for doing action movies. Things turn complicated when he visits Haryana for the shooting of his project.
- Released on- 2 December 2022
- Now Streaming on- Yet to be announced
- Duration-2 hours 9 minutes
- Starring- Ayushman Khurana, Jaideep Ahlawat, and others
- IMDb Rating- 8.1/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-Still counting, yet to be estimated
- Reason to watch- Ayushman Khurana and Jaideep Ahlawat in top form and thrilling action sequences.
25. Salaam Venky
Synopsis- The story of Sujata, an ideal mother who battled the most challenging situations one can ever face with a smile, especially when her son is diagnosed with a severe illness.
- Released on- 9 December 2022
- Now Streaming on- Yet to be announced
- Duration-2 hours 17 minutes
- Starring- Kajol, Vishal Jethwa, and others
- IMDb Rating- 7.9/10
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-N/A
- Reason to watch- Kajol and Vishal as a mother-son duo is a highlight.
26. Cirkus
Synopsis- 2 sets of identical twins are accidentally separated at birth. When they are coincidentally in the same town years later, there’s a lot of confusion and misunderstandings as people mistake them for each other.
- Releasing on- 23 December 2022
- Now Streaming on- Yet to be announced
- Duration- 1 hour 52 minutes
- Starring- Ranveer Singh, Pooja Hedge, and others
- IMDb Rating- N/A
- Language-Hindi
- Box Office Collection-N/A
- Reason to watch-If you are a fan of Rohit Shetty entertainers, this one can be your new year watch.
All in all the year 2022 has been a mixed bag for Bollywood with movies from all genres released in theatres. While some managed to make an impression as well as earn money, others tanked despite being critically acclaimed. If you have some free time over the holidays, you can catch up on the ones you have missed out.
