Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 vs. Singham Again Box Office

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Maintains Steady Momentum on Day 6

The much-anticipated horror-comedy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, continues to make waves at the box office, securing an impressive ₹148.75 crore net collection in India within six days. Directed by Anees Bazmee, the Kartik Aaryan starrer has also garnered ₹48.50 crore from overseas markets, taking its total India gross collection to ₹178.50 crore. However, a slight dip was observed on Wednesday, with the film earning ₹10.75 crore compared to Tuesday’s ₹14 crore. Notably, it recorded a Hindi occupancy rate of 25.82% on November 6, 2024.

Box Office Face-Off: Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 vs. Singham Again

Releasing alongside Singham Again on November 1, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 held its ground despite the competition. The festive weekend proved beneficial for both releases. Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again, starring Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, and other big names, crossed ₹120 crore in just three days. Despite having fewer screens, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 maintained its momentum, especially post-weekend, bridging the box office gap with the action-packed Singham Again.

Worldwide Success: Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Crosses ₹200 Crore in 5 Days

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 continues to dominate globally, surpassing the ₹200 crore mark within just five days of release. As of Tuesday, the film has earned ₹208 crore worldwide, with ₹165 crore coming from the domestic market and ₹43 crore from international territories. This makes it Kartik Aaryan’s second film in the ₹200 crore club after Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. The Diwali weekend played a pivotal role, with footfalls reaching 70-75% over the first three days.

A Star-Studded Cast Adds to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3's Appeal

This third installment of the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise brings back Kartik Aaryan as the beloved ghostbuster ‘Rooh Baba’. Joining him is Triptii Dimri as his love interest, while Vidya Balan returns as Manjulika in a dual role, alongside Madhuri Dixit. The ensemble cast also includes Rajpal Yadav, Vijay Raaz, Sanjay Mishra, Ashwini Kalsekar, and others, adding depth to the narrative.

A Promising Path Ahead for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3

With two days left in its opening week, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is on track to surpass ₹250 crore by its second weekend. The film is poised to outshine the lifetime earnings of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, which stood at ₹266 crore. Holding its own against Singham Again, this horror-comedy has proven its mettle, setting up a promising box office journey ahead.

Triptii Dimri Wasn't the First Choice for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3

In a recent revelation, director Anees Bazmee shared that Triptii Dimri wasn’t initially cast as the female lead. However, her chemistry with Kartik Aaryan in the film has been widely appreciated, proving the casting decision to be spot on.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has not only met but exceeded box office expectations, making it one of the top-grossing films of 2024.