“Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” and “Singham Again” Continue to Dominate the Box Office This Diwali Season
As Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again march into their third weekend at the box office, both films continue to captivate audiences, with each maintaining a strong grip on the ticket sales. However, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has slightly edged ahead in the battle for dominance, benefiting from impressive box office numbers in recent days.
Directed by Anees Bazmee, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 continues to perform exceptionally well, earning Rs 4.15 crore on its second Thursday and Rs 4 crore on Friday. These figures have propelled its total to an impressive Rs 220.25 crore nett after 15 days in India. While Singham Again, directed by Rohit Shetty, remains a formidable competitor, having earned Rs 223.25 crore nett after 15 days, it has experienced a slower pace in the latter part of its run. The two films have showcased remarkable consistency, but Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 appears to have an edge as it moves through the third weekend.
Here’s a breakdown of the box office earnings after 15 days for both films:
“Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3”
- Week 1: Rs 158.25 crore
- Week 2: Rs 58 crore
- Friday: Rs 4 crore
- Total: Rs 220.25 crore
“Singham Again”
- Week 1: Rs 173 crore
- Week 2: Rs 47.5 crore
- Friday: Rs 2.75 crore
- Total: Rs 223.25 crore
Interestingly, despite the release of Kanguva, a Tamil pan-India film starring Suriya, the box office dominance of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again remains largely unaffected. While Kanguva initially created some buzz, its mixed reception, with criticism focused on its loud music and convoluted storytelling, has limited its performance, especially in the Hindi-speaking market. This has allowed both Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again to continue their solid performance without significant competition from the new release.
While Kanguva may experience a slight boost in the coming weeks, its impact on the earnings of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again seems minimal. With Pushpa 2: The Rule scheduled for release on December 5, these films still have an opportunity to capitalize on their current success before the next big film enters the fray. The anticipation surrounding Pushpa 2 will likely elevate the box office competition, but for now, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again remain key players.
Both films have benefited from positive word-of-mouth, with audiences praising the engaging performances of Kartik Aaryan in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Ajay Devgn in Singham Again. The strong character development, gripping narratives, and high-octane action sequences have kept the viewers coming back for more. Even as the Diwali festive rush subsides, the popularity of both films shows no signs of waning, and they are set to continue driving impressive earnings at the box office.
Moreover, the festive period has proven to be a lucrative time for these films. The atmosphere of Diwali celebrations, combined with the promise of star-powered performances and family-friendly content, has contributed significantly to their sustained box office run. As we approach the end of the year, these films are likely to maintain their momentum and remain box office contenders.
Looking ahead, moviegoers are eagerly anticipating Pushpa 2: The Rule, with hopes that it will live up to the massive success of its predecessor. In the meantime, the ongoing battle between Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again will continue to keep audiences hooked, as both films secure their places in the box office history books. The Diwali season has proven to be an exciting time for Bollywood, with high expectations for even more box-office showdowns in the near future.
