This Diwali, two Bollywood giants are set for an exhilarating box office clash, generating buzz among moviegoers. Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, two of the most anticipated films of 2024, released simultaneously, setting the stage for an exciting showdown. Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again, the latest installment in his popular cop universe, secured a significant advantage by claiming 60% of the available screens. Starring Ajay Devgn in the lead role, the film boasts a stellar cast, including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, and Arjun Kapoor.
With an impressive opening day collection of ₹43.50 crore, Singham Again has emerged as the clear frontrunner, marking Devgn’s best opening to date, according to reports from Sacnilk. On the other hand, Anees Bazmee’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 made a strong debut with ₹35.5 crore on its first day. This horror-comedy features Kartik Aaryan as Rooh Baba and also marks Aaryan’s biggest opening thus far. Vidya Balan returns to reprise her iconic role as Manjulika from the original 2007 film, adding to the excitement and drawing in audiences with its unique blend of thrills and humor. Film trade analyst Taran Adarsh expressed optimism for both films, stating, “Both films are great. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 offers a horror-comedy experience, while Singham Again delivers action-packed drama. The audience is enjoying both, which is what we want to see.”
He suggested that if both films continue to perform well, a combined success celebration would be a remarkable outcome. Exhibitors maintain high hopes for Singham Again to retain its lead, with Ashish Kanakia, CEO of MovieMax Cinema, noting that blockbuster releases during festivals historically attract large audiences. The stakes are high for both franchises, with Singham Again leveraging its established cop series and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 capitalizing on the popularity of horror-comedies. Whether it’s Devgn’s intense action or Aaryan’s comedic thrills, this Diwali clash promises an exhilarating experience for film fans, with both titles vying for dominance in a festive box office showdown.
