Veteran Bollywood star Sunny Deol has been a powerful presence in Hindi cinema for over four decades. He made his debut in 1983 and went on to deliver several memorable and mass-oriented films. Even at the age of 68, Sunny Deol continues to headline major projects.
Nearly three decades after creating box-office history with Border, Sunny Deol is now set to return with its sequel, scheduled for release on January 23, 2026. The upcoming film also features Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty, and Diljit Dosanjh, and has already generated strong buzz.
On this occasion, here’s a look at the five highest-grossing films of Sunny Deol’s career. Interestingly, despite his long and successful run, only one of these films managed to enter the ₹100-crore club in India.
1. Gadar 2
Sunny Deol made a thunderous comeback in 2023 with Gadar 2, which turned out to be the biggest hit of his career.
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Worldwide collection: ₹686 crore
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India collection: ₹25 crore
This film stands as Sunny Deol’s highest-grossing movie to date.
2. Jaat
At number two is Jaat, which performed strongly at the box office.
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Worldwide collection: ₹118 crore
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India collection: ₹88 crore
Despite its solid performance, it narrowly missed the ₹100-crore mark in India.
3. Gadar: Ek Prem Katha
Released over two decades ago, Gadar remains one of Sunny Deol’s most iconic films.
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India collection: ₹76.65 crore
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Worldwide collection: ₹132 crore
The film was a historic blockbuster and continues to enjoy cult status.
4. Yamla Pagla Deewana
This family entertainer secured the fourth position on the list.
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India collection: ₹55.12 crore
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Worldwide collection: ₹88.12 crore
The film was well-received by audiences for its humor and ensemble cast.
5. Border
Released on June 13, 1997, Border is regarded as one of the finest war films in Indian cinema.
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India collection: ₹39.3 crore
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Worldwide collection: ₹64.98 crore
The film featured a powerful ensemble cast including Sunil Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Akshaye Khanna, Sudesh Berry, Puneet Issar, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda.
