The Ultimate Box Office Battle of Mass Directors
Two of Bollywood’s most successful directors—Rohit Shetty (king of high-octane action comedies) and Anees Bazmee (master of madcap entertainers)—have ruled the box office for years. But who has the bigger numbers? Let’s break it down!
1. Total Films & Box Office Collections
| Metric | Rohit Shetty | Anees Bazmee |
|---|---|---|
| Total Films Directed | 16 | 16 |
| Total Collections (₹ Cr) | ₹1930.76 Cr | ₹1069.44 Cr |
| Average per Film (₹ Cr) | ₹120.67 Cr | ₹66.84 Cr |
Key Takeaway:
- Both have directed the same number of films (16).
- Rohit Shetty dominates in total and average collections—almost double Bazmee’s numbers!
2. Top 5 Highest-Grossing Films
Rohit Shetty’s Blockbusters
- Simmba (₹240 Cr)
- Singham Returns (₹140 Cr)
- Golmaal Again (₹205 Cr)
- Sooryavanshi (₹196 Cr)
- Chennai Express (₹227 Cr)
Anees Bazmee’s Biggest Hits
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 (₹280 Cr)
- Bhool Bhulaiuaa 2 (₹185 Cr)
- Welcome (₹70 Cr)
- Singh is Kingg (₹67 Cr)
- No Entry (₹50 Cr)
Verdict:
- Rohit Shetty has bigger blockbusters, with multiple films crossing ₹200 Cr.
- Anees Bazmee’s biggest hit (Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3) is Above Shetty’s top films.
3. Genre Dominance: Who Rules What?
Rohit Shetty’s Strengths
- Action-Comedy (Cop Universe): Singham, Simmba, Sooryavanshi
- Slapstick Comedy: Golmaal series
- Mass Entertainers: Chennai Express
Anees Bazmee’s Strengths
- Madcap Comedy: Welcome, No Entry
- Horror-Comedy: Bhool Bhulaiyaa
- Family Entertainers: Singh Is Kinng
Insight:
- Shetty owns action-packed masala films.
- Bazmee excels in chaotic comedies.
4. Hit Ratio: Who’s More Consistent?
| Box Office Benchmark | Rohit Shetty | Anees Bazmee |
|---|---|---|
| Films above ₹100 Cr | 75% | 31% |
| Films above ₹200 Cr | 25% | 6% |
| Flops (Below ₹50 Cr) | 12% | 31% |
Analysis:
- Shetty has a far better hit ratio—75% of his films cross ₹100 Cr.
- Bazmee has more flops, but his recent Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 was a smash.
5. Yearly Performance: Who’s Hotter Now?
- Rohit Shetty’s Peak Years: 2013 (Chennai Express), 2018 (Simmba), 2021 (Sooryavanshi).
- Anees Bazmee’s Comeback: 2024 (Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3) was his biggest hit in years.
Trend:
- Shetty has been consistently strong.
- Bazmee had a slump but bounced back with BB Series.
Final Verdict: Who’s the Bigger Director?
✅ Rohit Shetty – Higher collections, bigger blockbusters, better consistency.
✅ Anees Bazmee – Strong in comedy, recent resurgence with BB2.
Conclusion:
- Shetty is the undisputed box office king.
- Bazmee is the comedy specialist, but needs more big hits to match Shetty’s dominance.