Well, it’s been one fabulous month since the release of one of the most entertaining films of the year, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Arriving with a plethora of entertainment in the much-loved genre of horror-comedy, coupled with stellar performances by Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit, and others, Spooky vibes, and a chartbuster music album, the film emerged as one of the biggest blockbuster phenomena despite facing a strong clash. The journey of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 over the past month is truly worth celebrating.
The craze for the third installment of this iconic horror-comedy franchise has been at its peak ever since its announcement, and the film delivered far beyond expectations, making the Diwali festival even more special. Kartik Aaryan took promotion to a whole new level with a 13-14 day city promotional tour, showcasing his unmatched passion and dedication, which significantly contributed to the film’s massive box office success.
Speaking of the major clash with Singham Again, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 made history by recording the highest collections during a clash. This historic Bollywood face-off saw the film surpass Singham Again with massive box office numbers. Remarkably, it now reigns supreme in Bollywood's biggest box office clashes, joining the ranks of other iconic films like Bajirao Mastani (₹184 crores), Dilwale (₹149 crores), Raees (₹138 crores), Rustom (₹127 crores), Jab Tak Hai Jaan (₹121 crores), and Golmaal 3 (₹106 crores). With a worldwide collection of ₹408 crores (and counting), Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has cemented its position as a true blockbuster, even surpassing the collections of other massive hits like 3 Idiots, Brahmastra, Sultan, Krrish, Padmaavat, Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, Dhoom 3, and Dunki.
Furthermore, the film played a pivotal role in Kartik Aaryan’s career, becoming his biggest opener to date. Despite the intense competition from a big-budget film with a star-studded cast, Kartik delivered a historic Diwali blockbuster, proving his mettle as Bollywood’s youngest superstar. With Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Rooh Baba’s craze reached unprecedented heights, taking the internet by storm with the viral Spooky Slide dance and his iconic pose. His smooth and fabulous moves in the title track left everyone stunned, further solidifying his reputation as one of Bollywood’s best dancers, alongside legend like Hrithik Roshan.
Kartik’s consistency at the box office is remarkable. From Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety to Luka Chuppi, Pati Patni Aur Woh, Pyaar Ka Punchnama 1 & 2, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Satyaprem Ki Katha, and now Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, he has emerged as a true box-office magnet.
Kartik Aaryan’s Chandu Champion showcased the ‘never say die’ spirit, and that same energy carried over to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Despite facing the star-studded Singham Again, Kartik’s film emerged as the clear winner. Audiences always choose genuine entertainment.
Additionally, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has entered the Top 20 all-time Bollywood blockbusters and continues to create waves in theaters.