Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has opened to positive reviews and is expected to perform well at the box office despite clash with another Diwali release, Singham Again. While Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 bring a blend of horror-comedy to audiences while Singham Againa promises a mix of action and family entertainment. Analysts and exhibitors are optimistic on both the franchise films, especially given the star-studded casts and established fan bases of both movies, making them highly anticipated festival releases.
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 box office
According to early estimates of Sacnik.com, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 pulled in approximately Rs 5.48 crore so far on its first day. Expectations are similarly high for Singham Again, the latest addition to Rohit Shetty's cop universe, with projections for an opening day earning between ₹40-45 crore, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is expected to draw in around Rs 20-25 crore on Day 1 while Singham Again is estimated to earn between Rs 40-45 crore due to its wider footprint. Both films will screen on more than 6,000 screens across India, though Singham Again has secured a larger share, claiming 60% of the available screens, compared to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s 40%.
The Indian film industry has faced a challenging year, and theater owners are hopeful that these high-profile releases will help offset some of the year’s losses. Ashish Kanakia, CEO of MovieMax Cinema, shared that both movies appeal to large, loyal audiences and bring distinct genres to the screen, a factor that could broaden audience interest.
Singham Again, the third in the Singham series, features a powerhouse cast, including Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, and Arjun Kapoor. Meanwhile, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 sees Kartik Aaryan reprise his role as Rooh Baba, joined by Vidya Balan, who returns as Avni/Manjulika from the 2007 original. Madhuri Dixit joins the franchise as a new character. The horror-comedy genre has proven popular, with recent hits like Stree 2 and Munja resonating strongly with audiences, which could bode well for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
Advance Bookings
The demand for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is evident in its advance booking figures, reportedly surpassing Singham Again in early sales. Industry experts note that the genre difference between the films could help mitigate some of the competition, with Singham Again catering to action fans, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 offers a mix of horror and comedy. Kartik Aaryan expressed confidence at a recent event, saying that Diwali provides ample space for both movies to thrive. He emphasized that Singham Again brings intense action, while his film offers the spooky yet humorous twist fans of the franchise appreciate.
As the industry braces for one of the most anticipated clashes of the year, exhibitors and trade analysts are hopeful that both films will see long-term success through the festive season. Blockbuster Diwali releases have historically driven strong box office performances, and despite the industry’s recent challenges, the expectation remains that Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 will draw audiences back to theaters.
In a year where few films like Devgn’s Shaitaan and Kiran Rao’s Lapaataa Ladies found traction, these two big-budget releases bring renewed hope to theater owners and distributors. The performance of these movies could set a positive tone for upcoming releases, including Pushpa 2, which promises to continue the trend of high-profile theatrical offerings.
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 box office
According to early estimates of Sacnik.com, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 pulled in approximately Rs 5.48 crore so far on its first day. Expectations are similarly high for Singham Again, the latest addition to Rohit Shetty's cop universe, with projections for an opening day earning between ₹40-45 crore, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is expected to draw in around Rs 20-25 crore on Day 1 while Singham Again is estimated to earn between Rs 40-45 crore due to its wider footprint. Both films will screen on more than 6,000 screens across India, though Singham Again has secured a larger share, claiming 60% of the available screens, compared to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s 40%.
The Indian film industry has faced a challenging year, and theater owners are hopeful that these high-profile releases will help offset some of the year’s losses. Ashish Kanakia, CEO of MovieMax Cinema, shared that both movies appeal to large, loyal audiences and bring distinct genres to the screen, a factor that could broaden audience interest.
Singham Again, the third in the Singham series, features a powerhouse cast, including Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, and Arjun Kapoor. Meanwhile, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 sees Kartik Aaryan reprise his role as Rooh Baba, joined by Vidya Balan, who returns as Avni/Manjulika from the 2007 original. Madhuri Dixit joins the franchise as a new character. The horror-comedy genre has proven popular, with recent hits like Stree 2 and Munja resonating strongly with audiences, which could bode well for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
Advance Bookings
The demand for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is evident in its advance booking figures, reportedly surpassing Singham Again in early sales. Industry experts note that the genre difference between the films could help mitigate some of the competition, with Singham Again catering to action fans, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 offers a mix of horror and comedy. Kartik Aaryan expressed confidence at a recent event, saying that Diwali provides ample space for both movies to thrive. He emphasized that Singham Again brings intense action, while his film offers the spooky yet humorous twist fans of the franchise appreciate.
As the industry braces for one of the most anticipated clashes of the year, exhibitors and trade analysts are hopeful that both films will see long-term success through the festive season. Blockbuster Diwali releases have historically driven strong box office performances, and despite the industry’s recent challenges, the expectation remains that Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 will draw audiences back to theaters.
In a year where few films like Devgn’s Shaitaan and Kiran Rao’s Lapaataa Ladies found traction, these two big-budget releases bring renewed hope to theater owners and distributors. The performance of these movies could set a positive tone for upcoming releases, including Pushpa 2, which promises to continue the trend of high-profile theatrical offerings.
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