10 South movies that made over Rs 500 crore

Author: Desimartini Editorial Team

Baahubali: The Beginning

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Baahubali: The Conclusion

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2.0

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KGF: Chapter 2

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RRR

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PS:1

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Jailer

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Leo

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Saalar

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Kalki 2898 AD

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