The buzz around Bollywood’s highly anticipated horror-comedy sequel ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ intensifies as lead actor Kartik Aaryan announces the start of the film’s production. The actor, known for his charismatic screen presence, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt moment captured before cameras started rolling on the new chapter of this beloved franchise. The image, which depicted Aaryan seeking divine blessings, was accompanied by a caption that resonated with his excitement: “Embarking on the journey of the biggest film of my career today #Shubharambh #BhoolBhulaiyaa3.”
The virtual space glowed with anticipation as the post circulated, garnering attention and well-wishes from Aaryan’s expansive fanbase and his peers in the film industry. Actor Ronit Roy extended his blessings with a simple yet powerful “All the best,” capturing the supportive spirit of the industry. Among the sea of comments, a particular sentiment echoed robustly, with fans eagerly awaiting the return of ‘Rooh Baba’ to the silver screen during the Diwali festivities. One user’s excitement typified the fanfare, remarking, “Can’t wait to witness Rooh Baba’s magic on Diwali… I’m sure the theaters will turn into a stadium this Diwali.”
The formidable ensemble of ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ saw a significant addition, with the announcement that Vidya Balan rejoins the cast, reprising her role as the enigmatic Manjulika – a character that has left a permanent imprint in the annals of the Indian horror-comedy genre. Kartik Aaryan crafted a warm virtual welcome for Vidya by sharing an edited video that merged classic scenes of Vidya’s Manjulika from the original film with his memorable portrayal in the sequel.
Spearheaded by director Anees Bazmee, who navigated the film’s second installment to box office success, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ aims to exceed its predecessor’s achievements. Bazmee brings a distinct creative vision to the franchise, which originally started with Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan under the direction of the acclaimed Priyadarshan. The second installment elevated excitement with Kartik Aaryan sharing the limelight with industry luminaries Tabu and Kiara Advani.
Bhushan Kumar, the producer driving the franchise’s growth, expressed his passion for the series and its latest iteration. “The ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ franchise holds a special place in our hearts, and I’m delighted to extend its legacy with a creative powerhouse like Anees and the stellar Kartik Aaryan,” Kumar affirmed. He promised that the union of these creative forces would provide audiences with twice the humor and exhilaration while honoring the franchise’s storied past.
The highly awaited ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ is set to dazzle theatres during the Diwali holiday season. Amidst the development of this blockbuster, Kartik Aaryan has wrapped up filming for ‘Chandu Champion,’ delivered by director Kabir Khan. This motion picture will depict the riveting true story of a sportsman’s unyielding resolve, with Aaryan embodying the titular character.
Additionally, Aaryan’s busy schedule includes pivotal roles in ‘Captain India,’ directed by Hansal Mehta, and ‘Aashiqui 3’ under the direction of Anurag Basu. With each new project, Kartik Aaryan further solidifies his standing as a versatile and bankable star in the contemporary Bollywood film landscape.
Evidently, Aaryan’s career trajectory is on a stratospheric climb as he juggles prominent roles and eagerly takes on the mantle of ‘Rooh Baba’ once again. The anticipation surrounding ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ suggests a box office success in the making, and if the previous installments are anything to go by, audiences are in for a delightful, spine-tingling treat this Diwali.