Released in 2017 as the grand finale to S. S. Rajamouli’s two-part epic, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion is a landmark of Indian cinema that resolved the famous cliffhanger of why the loyal Kattappa killed the heroic Amarendra Baahubali. The film blends ancient mythology with high-octane action, following Mahendra Baahubali’s quest to avenge his father’s murder and reclaim the throne of Mahishmati from his tyrannical uncle, Bhallaladeva. Starring Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, and Anushka Shetty, the production set new standards for Indian visual effects and storytelling, becoming the first Indian film to gross over ₹1,000 crore worldwide and briefly holding the title of the highest-grossing Indian film of all time. As of 2026, it remains a cultural phenomenon and a streaming staple on platforms like Netflix and Disney+ Hotstar, celebrated for its Shakespearean themes of betrayal, duty, and redemption.
The Conjuring is a seminal supernatural horror film that launched a massive cinematic universe by dramatizing the real-life cases of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. The story follows the couple, portrayed by Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga, as they come to the aid of the Perron family, who experience increasingly terrifying and violent disturbances in their secluded Rhode Island farmhouse in 1971. Renowned for its focus on atmospheric tension and "old-school" suspense over excessive gore, the film was a massive critical and commercial success, grossing over $320 million worldwide against a modest $20 million budget. As of 2026, it is widely regarded as a modern horror classic that revitalized the haunted house subgenre, and it is currently available for streaming on platforms such as Max and Amazon Prime Video.
Released in 2025 as the direct sequel to the 2019 hit, Ne Zha 2 (also known as Ne Zha: The Demon Boy Churns the Sea) has become a historic cinematic phenomenon, officially ranking as the highest-grossing animated film of all time with over $2.24 billion in global earnings. The film follows the spirits of Ne Zha and Dragon Prince Ao Bing after their physical destruction, as they are forced to share a reconstructed body while undergoing three heavenly trials for immortality. Amidst its groundbreaking "ink-wash" animation and massive scale, the story uncovers a conspiracy by celestial authorities to frame the Dragon Race, evolving into a radical rejection of oppressive systems. By early 2026, it stands as the fifth highest-grossing film in history and the first non-English title to earn more than $2 billion globally, having set a single-territory record with over $2.1 billion in the Chinese market alone. Despite its global dominance and an English-dubbed version released by A24 featuring Michelle Yeoh, the film was notably absent from the 2026 Oscar nominations due to its producers not submitting it for consideration.