Bollywood Actors with the Highest Number of Hit Movies: Verified Box-Office Records

Bollywood’s history is filled with actors who delivered successful films across generations. Dharmendra and Jeetendra dominated much of the commercial cinema of the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. Amitabh Bachchan redefined the Hindi film hero, while Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar became leading commercial stars in later decades.

But which actors have accumulated the most successful films?

Answering this question is more complicated than it appears. Different trade publications classify films as hits, semi-hits, super-hits or blockbusters using different criteria. Some historical lists combine all these categories, while others count only films rated hit or better. Older box-office records may also be incomplete.

For this comparison, we use BOI24’s published actor filmographies and its broader category of “hits or better.” This includes films rated hit, semi-hit, super-hit, blockbuster and above. The figures below are reported totals from that database, with trade verdicts verified through July 31, 2026. They are not official industry-wide records, and they should not be compared directly with figures from databases using different definitions.

Actors with the Highest Verified Hit Counts

Rank	Bollywood actor	Hits or better	Films tracked
1	Dharmendra	88	215
2	Jeetendra	66	203
3	Amitabh Bachchan	63	154
4	Mithun Chakraborty	52	266
5	Rajesh Khanna	46	121
6	Akshay Kumar	38	127
7	Shah Rukh Khan	37	62
8	Salman Khan	35	81
9	Anil Kapoor	35	108
10	Jackie Shroff	35	172
11	Dilip Kumar	34	56
12	Govinda	30	130
13	Sanjay Dutt	24	128
14	Aamir Khan	20	45

Source: BOI24 individual actor filmographies. The list includes actors for whom the relevant published total was verified. Equal totals share the same numerical standing.

1. Dharmendra — 88 Hits or Better

Dharmendra leads this comparison with 88 successful verdicts across 215 films recorded by BOI24. His career began in 1960 and extended across more than six decades, making him one of the most prolific performers in Hindi cinema.

His filmography includes Phool Aur Patthar, Mera Gaon Mera Desh, Seeta Aur Geeta, Chupke Chupke, Sholay and Dharam Veer. His ability to move between romance, action, comedy and drama helped him remain commercially relevant over a long period.

BOI24’s historical analysis records 54 hits during the 1960s and 1970s combined. This illustrates how his strongest commercial period contributed to his substantial lifetime total.

2. Jeetendra — 66 Hits or Better

Jeetendra recorded 66 hits or better among 203 films in BOI24’s database. He became a leading commercial star during the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s, particularly through romantic entertainers, action films and family dramas.

Farz, Caravan, Himmatwala, Tohfa and Mawaali were important titles in his career. His high output during the 1980s helped build his record, although his commercial success declined considerably during the following decade.

3. Amitabh Bachchan — 63 Hits or Better

Amitabh Bachchan ranks third with 63 successful verdicts across 154 recorded films. His rise during the 1970s transformed the image of the Hindi film hero.

Zanjeer, Deewaar, Sholay, Don, Muqaddar Ka Sikandar and Amar Akbar Anthony established his reputation as a major star. Later performances in films such as Black, Paa and Piku demonstrated his ability to move beyond conventional leading roles.

His career also shows why hit counts alone cannot measure cultural influence: his legacy extends far beyond commercial verdicts.

4. Mithun Chakraborty — 52 Hits or Better

Mithun Chakraborty recorded 52 hits or better across 266 films, the largest filmography among the actors listed here.

He won a National Film Award for his debut performance in Mrigayaa before becoming a major commercial entertainer. Disco Dancer helped make him famous internationally, while his extensive work in action films, family dramas and regional productions expanded his filmography.

His career demonstrates how a large number of releases can generate many successful films even when the overall hit rate is comparatively modest.

5. Rajesh Khanna — 46 Hits or Better

Rajesh Khanna became one of Hindi cinema’s most celebrated romantic stars during the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Aradhana, Anand, Kati Patang, Haathi Mere Saathi and Amar Prem remain central to his filmography. BOI24 records 46 hits or better among 121 films.

His exceptional peak years established a lasting association with the first great superstar phenomenon of modern Hindi cinema.

6. Akshay Kumar — 38 Hits or Better

Akshay Kumar has built one of Bollywood’s most extensive modern filmographies, with 127 releases recorded by BOI24 and 38 successful verdicts.

He began with action films before becoming equally associated with comedy, social dramas and patriotic entertainers. Hera Pheri, Airlift, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha and Good Newwz illustrate his range.

His frequent releases have provided many opportunities for commercial success, although his record also contains numerous disappointments.

7. Shah Rukh Khan — 37 Hits or Better

Shah Rukh Khan established himself through romantic films such as Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Dil To Pagal Hai and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. He subsequently expanded into action and large-scale commercial productions.

Chennai Express, Pathaan and Jawan helped reinforce his standing as a major theatrical star. BOI24 records 37 successful verdicts among 62 releases, a strong result relative to his filmography’s size.

8. Salman Khan — 35 Hits or Better

Salman Khan’s career spans romantic dramas, family entertainers and action films. Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Dabangg, Bajrangi Bhaijaan and Sultan are among his major commercial successes.

BOI24 records 35 hits or better among 81 releases. His strongest sustained period in the database falls in the 2010s, when several major theatrical successes arrived in succession.

9. Anil Kapoor — 35 Hits or Better

Anil Kapoor recorded 35 successful verdicts among 108 films. His career includes Mr. India, Tezaab, Ram Lakhan, Beta and Nayak.

He has worked across romance, action, comedy and drama, later taking on more character-oriented roles. His continued presence in Indian and international productions reflects his adaptability.

10. Jackie Shroff — 35 Hits or Better

Jackie Shroff also recorded 35 hits or better, but across a much larger filmography of 172 releases.

Hero, Ram Lakhan and Parinda helped establish him as a leading star in the 1980s. He later became a familiar supporting performer in major commercial productions, including films such as Dhoom 3 and Bharat.

His record illustrates the difference between the number of successful films and the proportion of releases that succeed.

11. Dilip Kumar — 34 Hits or Better

Dilip Kumar recorded 34 hits or better among 56 films, giving him the highest success rate in this particular BOI24 comparison.

His career includes Devdas, Mughal-e-Azam, Naya Daur, Ganga Jamuna and Ram Aur Shyam. Unlike actors who appeared in films at a very high frequency, Dilip Kumar was selective about his projects.

His record shows that an actor can accumulate a substantial number of hits without having an exceptionally large filmography.

12. Govinda — 30 Hits or Better

Govinda’s 30 successful verdicts among 130 recorded films reflect his popularity as a commercial entertainer, especially during the 1990s.

Coolie No. 1, Hero No. 1, Saajan Chale Sasural, Dulhe Raja and Haseena Maan Jaayegi helped establish his comic screen persona. His collaborations with director David Dhawan were particularly important to his success.

Although his leading-man career later slowed, his distinctive dancing and comic timing remain influential in Hindi cinema.

13. Sanjay Dutt — 24 Hits or Better

Sanjay Dutt recorded 24 successful verdicts among 128 films. His career has covered action, crime dramas, comedy and ensemble productions.

Rocky, Khalnayak, Vaastav, Munna Bhai M.B.B.S. and Lage Raho Munna Bhai demonstrate his range. His performances in the Munna Bhai films introduced him to audiences in a very different role from his earlier action-hero image.

14. Aamir Khan — 20 Hits or Better

Aamir Khan’s 20 hits or better among 45 recorded films reflect his comparatively selective approach to filmmaking.

Lagaan, Rang De Basanti, 3 Idiots, PK and Dangal achieved major commercial success. His career is an example of how fewer releases can still produce a strong collection of box-office successes.

His emphasis on scripts and carefully chosen projects also means that raw hit totals should be considered alongside the scale and reach of individual films.

Notable Mentions: Legendary Bollywood Actors with Documented Box-Office Records

Several legendary actors deserve recognition even though their lifetime hit counts cannot be verified consistently using the same database as the main ranking.

• Dev Anand: AddaToday’s historical compilation records 28 hits, including semi-hits, across 111 films. His career includes classics such as Guide, Jewel Thief, CID and Hare Rama Hare Krishna.
• Raj Kapoor: The same compilation records 17 hits when semi-hits are included, across 63 films. BOI24’s newer filmography instead records 18 hits or better among 60 releases. His major commercial successes include Barsaat, Awaara, Shree 420 and Sangam.
• Rajendra Kumar: AddaToday’s compilation records 23 hits across 74 films, rising to 27 when semi-hits are included. Known as “Jubilee Kumar,” he enjoyed considerable commercial success with films such as Sangam, Arzoo and Ayee Milan Ki Bela.
• Manoj Kumar: The historical compilation records 19 hits across 52 films, including semi-hits. A Box Office India retrospective published in 2025 also documents his strong commercial performance during his peak years, particularly with Upkar, Purab Aur Paschim, Roti Kapda Aur Makaan and Kranti.
• Shammi Kapoor: AddaToday’s historical compilation records 29 hits, including semi-hits. His filmography includes Junglee, Professor and Kashmir Ki Kali, which helped establish his energetic and distinctive screen persona.
• Vinod Khanna: AddaToday’s compilation records 33 hits, including semi-hits, across 131 films. His notable successes include Amar Akbar Anthony, Muqaddar Ka Sikandar and Qurbani.
• Sanjeev Kumar: His career includes commercially successful films such as Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta and Angoor. However, the sources reviewed do not provide a complete lifetime hit count that can be compared fairly with the main table.
• Raaj Kumar: His filmography includes successful films such as Waqt, Hamraaz, Neel Kamal and Tirangaa. As with Sanjeev Kumar, a consistently verified lifetime total remains unavailable from the sources reviewed.

These historical figures should not be combined directly with the main ranking because the sources use different filmographies and box-office verdict definitions. They nevertheless demonstrate that several older stars achieved substantial commercial success and deserve recognition in any broader discussion of Bollywood’s hit-makers.

Conclusion

Dharmendra leads the verified BOI24 comparison with 88 hits or better, followed by Jeetendra with 66 and Amitabh Bachchan with 63. Mithun Chakraborty, Rajesh Khanna and several modern stars also feature prominently.

These figures are useful for comparing actors within one published classification system, but they should not be treated as an indisputable ranking of every Bollywood performer across all eras. Historical coverage varies, and older stars can be underrepresented in databases that lack complete verdicts.

The most meaningful comparison combines verified box-office verdicts with career length, film selection and cultural influence. A hit count offers one perspective on commercial consistency; it cannot, on its own, measure an actor’s entire contribution to Indian cinema.

Research note: BOI24 actor profiles report trade verdicts verified through July 31, 2026. The counts above use its published “hits or better” totals, not Box Office India’s narrower hit-count table or AddaToday’s older historical compilation.