Get ready for a thrilling cinematic showdown this Diwali! Two major releases, the action-packed ‘Singham Again’ and the horror-comedy ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, are set to lock horns at the box office on November 1, promising a battle for audience attention.
‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, directed by Anees Bazmee and produced by Bhushan Kumar, has already captured the imagination of audiences with its star-studded cast. Kartik Aaryan reprises his role as Rooh Baba from the previous film, with the addition of Vidya Balan, who returns to the franchise as Avni/Manjulika from the original 2007 film. Joining the ensemble is the legendary Madhuri Dixit, adding another layer of excitement to the already anticipated sequel.
The anticipation for ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ is evident in its impressive advance bookings. According to Sacnilk.com, the film has already raked in a whopping ₹7.56 crore by selling over 2.35 lakh tickets. The number goes up to ₹9.66 crore when block seats are considered. Maharashtra has emerged as the leading state in terms of advance bookings, generating ₹2.02 crore, followed by Delhi at ₹1.74 crore and Gujarat at ₹1.25 crore. Uttar Pradesh contributed over ₹97.61 lakh, while West Bengal added ₹66 lakh and Karnataka chipped in with ₹49.51 lakh. These figures demonstrate the strong audience interest and the potential for a successful opening weekend.
The success of ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ is further fueled by the recent trend of horror-comedy films captivating audiences. Earlier this year, ‘Stree 2’ and ‘Munjya’ both proved to be major box office hits, indicating a strong appetite for this genre. The makers of ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ are aiming to capitalize on this trend and deliver another blockbuster.
Meanwhile, ‘Singham Again’, starring Ajay Devgn, promises a dose of high-octane action. While the film is expected to dominate screen space with a 60% share, according to exhibitors cited by PTI, trade experts predict a strong opening at ₹20-25 crore.
As the release date nears, the box office clash between ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ and ‘Singham Again’ promises to be an exciting battle. Will the horror-comedy triumph over the action-packed blockbuster? Only time will tell which film will emerge as the Diwali winner.
Anees Bazmee, known for his comedic prowess, has expressed his confidence in the film’s success, stating, “I will go everywhere and watch it in the theatre…Because it is very important to watch it in the theatre…That what you have done by thinking, that exact reaction is coming or not. Technically, it is called a wanted reaction. You want people to laugh here. You want people to cry here. You want people to be scared here. You want the things you have planned. If the reactions are coming according to the plan, then it means you have done a good job.”
The stage is set for a Diwali filled with laughter, thrills, and a dose of Bollywood magic. Audiences are eager to see who will emerge victorious at the box office – the charismatic Kartik Aaryan leading the haunted comedy, or the action hero Ajay Devgn, bringing his signature brand of justice to the big screen. Stay tuned for updates on the box office performance of both films and who emerges as the Diwali champion!
