Rishi Kapoor debuted in Bollywood with this 1973 film.
The 1970 film, starring Dev Anand, was a super hit and dominated the box office upon its release.
Released in 1975, Sholay became a blockbuster and continues to be beloved by audiences. However, several popular films achieved great success before Sholay hit the screens, between 1970 and 1974. During this time, renowned actors such as Rishi Kapoor, Dev Anand, Rajesh Khanna, Dharmendra and Amitabh Bachchan intrigued filmgoers with their outstanding performances. These films recorded impressive box office responses. Today, let’s take a look at some of the highest-grossing movies from that period.
Johny Mera Naam:
The 1970 film starring Dev Anand was a super hit and dominated the box office upon its release. According to reports, this film was the highest-grossing film of the year 1970. The film reportedly recorded a box office collection of Rs 4 crore. The crime action film was directed by Vijay Anand. Popular actors like Hema Malini, Jeevan, Premnath, I. S. Johar, Iftekhar and Padma Khanna were seen in leading roles.
Haathi Mere Saathi:
This film starring Rajesh Khanna emerged as the highest-grossing film of 1971. The film collected a massive box office collection of Rs 6.80 crore. Directed by M.A. Thirumugham the film starred well-known faces like Tanuja Samarth, Sujit Kumar, David Abraham and Madan Puri in prominent roles.
Seeta Aur Geeta:
This 1972 comedy-drama film was directed by Ramesh Sippy. Starring Dharmendra and Hema Malini, the film became the highest-grossing film of 1972. As per reports, this film recorded a worldwide box office collection of Rs 16.40 crores. The film featured popular stars like Manorama, Satyendra Kapoor, and Sanjeev Kumar in leading roles.
Bobby:
Rishi Kapoor made his debut in the Bollywood industry with this 1973 film. His performance in the film was highly appreciated by the audience and the critics. Directed by Raj Kapoor, the film featured actors like Dimple Kapadia, Prem Chopra, Premnath Malhotra and Aruna Irani in significant roles. It recorded a worldwide box office collection of Rs 29.90 crores making it the highest-grossing film of the year.
Roti Kapda Aur Makaan:
This 1974 film starring Amitabh Bachchan emerged as the highest-grossing film of that year. Directed by Manoj Kumar, the film recorded a box office collection of Rs 10.40 crore. The film starred Zeenat Aman, Shashi Kapoor and Moushumi Chatterjee in prominent roles.