Google has unveiled its Year in Search 2024, offering insights into the prominent trends that shaped the entertainment sector. Among the myriad of searches, three films emerged as particularly noteworthy for capturing substantial public interest: Stree 2, Kalki 2898 AD, and Laapataa Ladies. However, a pressing question remains: which of these films ultimately secured the title of the most-searched movie of 2024?

Google’s Year in Search report out

The Year in Search report from Google was published on Tuesday, showcasing the search behaviors of individuals in India throughout 2024. The spectrum of entertainment searches ranged from blockbuster films to historical narratives and independent music, highlighting a rich variety of interests across genres, languages, and musical styles.

In the realm of cinema, the excitement surrounding Stree 2 propelled it to the forefront of Google searches. The film, featuring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, claimed the top position in movie-related inquiries, closely followed by Kalki 2898 AD, starring Prabhas and Deepika Padukone.

The data also indicated a keen interest in societal themes, with 12th Fail ranking third and Laapataa Ladies, India’s official Oscar entry, taking the fourth position.

Hanu-man secured the fifth spot, while Maharaja and Manjummel Boys followed in sixth and seventh places, respectively. The influence of Southern cinema was evident, as Vijay’s The Greatest Of All Times ranked eighth, trailed by Salaar and Aavesham.

Top trending searches for shows

In the category of television shows, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s OTT debut, Heeramandi, topped the search rankings. This historical series, featuring prominent actors such as Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari, and Manisha Koirala, was followed by Ali Fazal’s Mirzapur and The Last of Us.

The controversial reality show Bigg Boss 17 secured the fourth position on the list, while the slice-of-life drama Panchayat followed closely in fifth place. Kota Factory also made an appearance, ranking eighth. Additionally, international entertainment gained recognition, with The Last of Us and K-dramas such as Queen of Tears and Marry My Husband capturing significant user interest.

Musical notes

In the realm of music, this year's top trending searches highlighted the growing prominence of independent music in India. Akshath’s Nadaaniyan emerged as the most searched song in 2024, with Anuv Jain’s Husn taking the second spot. The song Illuminati ranked third, while Katchi Sera occupied the fourth position.

The list also indicated a strong sense of nostalgia, as songs like Ye Tune Kya Kiya and Yeh Raaten Yeh Mausam ranked fifth and eighth, respectively. From Bollywood, Aaj Ki Raat was positioned sixth.

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