The Battle of Two Megastars – By The Numbers!
Bollywood’s two biggest action heroes – Salman Khan (the undisputed box office beast) and Ajay Devgn (the intense, versatile performer) – have ruled the industry for decades. But who actually delivers bigger numbers? Let’s settle this debate with hard data!
By The Numbers: Career Stats
| Metric | Salman Khan | Ajay Devgn | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Films | 80 | 105 | Ajay |
| Total Collections (₹ Cr) | ₹4,424 Cr | ₹3,796 Cr | ✅ Salman |
| Average per Film (₹ Cr) | ₹55.30 Cr | ₹36.16 Cr | ✅ Salman |
| Highest Grosser | Tiger Zinda Hai (₹339 Cr) | Tanhaji (₹280 Cr) | ✅ Salman |
Key Takeaway:
- Salman has higher total earnings and bigger per-film averages
- Ajay has more films but lower box office consistency
Top 5 Blockbusters
Salman’s Biggest Hits
- Tiger Zinda Hai (₹339 Cr) – Spy action thriller
- Bajrangi Bhaijaan (₹320 Cr) – Emotional drama
- Sultan (₹300 Cr) – Sports drama
- Tiger 3 (₹290 Cr) – Cop masala
- Kick (₹230 Cr) – High-octane action
Ajay’s Top Performers
- Tanhaji (₹280 Cr) – Historical epic
- Drishyam 2 (₹240 Cr) – Thriller sequel
- Golmaal Again (₹205 Cr) – Comedy franchise
- Singham Again (₹270 Cr) – Cop drama
- Total Dhamaal (₹150 Cr) – Comedy caper
Verdict:
- Salman’s films are bigger commercially
- Ajay thrives in historical, thriller, and comedy genres
Genre Dominance
Salman’s Strengths
✔ Action (₹339 Cr) – Tiger Zinda Hai
✔ Drama (₹320 Cr) – Bajrangi Bhaijaan
✔ Sports (₹300 Cr) – Sultan
Ajay’s Strengths
✔ Historical (₹280 Cr) – Tanhaji
✔ Thriller (₹240 Cr) – Drishyam 2
✔ Comedy (₹205 Cr) – Golmaal Again
Insight:
- Salman = Mass entertainers, Eid releases
- Ajay = Genre versatility, intense roles
Hit Ratio Comparison
| Box Office Benchmark | Salman | Ajay |
|---|---|---|
| Films above ₹50 Cr | 26.2% | 21.9% |
| Films above ₹100 Cr | 18.5% | 12.4% |
| Films above ₹200 Cr | 6.2% | 4.8% |
Analysis:
- Salman has more ₹50 Cr+ and ₹100 Cr+ hits
- Both have similar ratios for ₹200 Cr+ films
Final Verdict
✅ Salman Khan – Higher collections, bigger blockbusters, Eid dominance
✅ Ajay Devgn – More films, genre versatility, critical acclaim
Conclusion:
- For box office power → Salman
- For acting range and consistency → Ajay