Mumbai has witnessed a dazzling performance from Kartik Aaryan’s latest venture, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’, which has made a monumental impact on the box office with a stellar opening day collection of Rs 36.60 crore. This third installment of the widely cherished horror-comedy franchise, expertly directed by Anees Bazmee, not only surpassed industry expectations but also set a new benchmark for Aaryan, outshining his previous best performance in ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’, which garnered Rs 14.11 crore on its debut.
Prominent trade analyst Taran Adarsh has declared the film’s debut as a “huge success,” emphasizing how it has outpaced all projections by a significant margin. This overwhelming opening day achievement also marks a personal victory for director Anees Bazmee, who celebrates his most successful debut in the box office arena. Producer Bhushan Kumar also marks this as his highest opener of 2024, according to Adarsh’s observations, thereby celebrating a confluence of triumphs across different stakes.
In the ongoing duel of Kartik Aaryan competing against his own previous successes, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ has firmly taken the lead with its unparalleled opening day figures. Here’s a look at the collection figures of his past major releases: 2024’s ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ with ₹ 36.60 crore, 2022’s ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ with ₹ 14.11 crore, 2020’s ‘Love Aaj Kal’ bagging ₹ 12.40 crore, and the 2023 release ‘SatyaPrem Ki Katha’, which grossed ₹ 9.25 crore on its Thursday opening. Even earlier releases like 2019’s ‘Pati Patni Aur Woh’ reported a respectable ₹ 9.10 crore.
The stellar performance of ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ is also reflected in its strong reception at major cinema chains.
. Prominent players like PVR, INOX, and Cinepolis alone contributed Rs 15.91 crore, showcasing the film’s wide-reaching appeal and strong audience draw.
As the third successful horror-comedy release of 2024, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ is in impressive company alongside ‘Munjya’ and ‘Stree 2’, setting the stage for a flourishing trend in the genre. Audiences have shown a clear appetite for the fright-meets-laughter formula, and the future seems promising for such cinematic endeavors.
The film boasts an impressive cast lineup featuring Kartik Aaryan, alongside timeless favorite Madhuri Dixit Nene, the ever-versatile Vidya Balan, and the talented Triptii Dimri. Directed by Bazmee, who was also at the helm of the franchise’s second film, it maintains the essence that has consistently appealed to audiences since its inception.
The ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ journey began in 2007 with a film that starred industry giants Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan. Fast forward to 2022, and the franchise rivalled its own success with ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’, introducing Kartik Aaryan, Kiara Advani, and Tabu in key roles. Now, the third chapter continues to capture the imagination of both loyal fans and new viewers alike.
Releasing on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ finds itself in a gripping box-office face-off against Rohit Shetty’s star-studded film, ‘Singham Again’. The latter assembles an illustrious cast including Ajay Devgn, Arjun Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, with guest appearances by Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. Despite this tough competition, the staggering opening figures for ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ indicate that it has carved out a substantial space on the silver screen.
Kartik Aaryan’s latest feat demonstrates his unwavering popularity and star power, supported by the crafted storytelling of Bazmee. It hints at the possibility of further exploits with future installments in the franchise or even new ventures that echo this combination of horror and comedy, a genre gaining significant momentum in the cinematic landscape. As both films continue their runs, audiences and industry watchers will be closely monitoring how the narratives unfold at the box office in the days ahead.
