After crossing Chennai Express lifetime score (Rs. 227.13 crores) earlier this week, Singham Again has now also crossed Simmba lifetime. As you read this, the film has already gone last the box office collections of Ranveer Singh led action drama which had accumulated Rs. 240.31 crores at the box office. Now, Singham Again has surpassed that score and there is so much more yet to come.

In fact, when the official collections would be out, it would be known if this feat was accomplished in Thursday night itself or it has taken a bit of a time to reach there on Friday afternoon. However, the fact remains that with this feat being accomplished, Singham Again is now the biggest grosser ever in the cop universe and there would be an even bigger benchmark set for the next instalment. Also, for Rohit Shetty this is a milestone too as the film has now become the biggest box office grosser ever that he has given in his two decades of filmmaking.

The film scored a comfortable half century in its second week and has actually netted Rs. 52-53 crores*. All eyes now are on the kind of numbers that come in this weekend because that will set the tone for the eventual lifetime number of the film beyond Rs. 275 crores mark. Ajay Devgn’s biggest ever is Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior at Rs. 279.55 crores and that’s the eventual number that Singham Again would be aiming for.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 had a very good second weekend at the box office as over Rs. 65 crores came in. Majority of biggies in 2024 have struggled to get as much in their lifetime, leave aside even Week One, and here Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has managed to get as much in its second week and that too when there was no holiday in there, which is remarkable.

The good part is that the collections stayed over Rs. 4 crores mark right through the weekdays and that has set it up well for the third week as well. Yes, there is Gladiator II that has released as well as Kanguva and The Sabarmati Report. This does provide the audience a lot of different kind of options to choose from. However, as it happens with settled films, the Kartik Aaryan starrer has its own audience in place and that will ensure good footfalls during this weekend as well.

All of this also means that the film will comfortably cross Rs. 250 crores mark by the close of the third weekend. So far, the Anees Bazmee directed film stands at Rs. 235 crores* and to get those Rs. 15 crores more till Sunday would be comfortable, especially since today is also the partial holiday of Guru Nanak Jayanti. The film is a superhit and will eventually cross Rs. 275 crores mark as well.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

It’s turning out to be a good week for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. After collecting quite well during the weekend, it’s staying positive during weekdays as well. Of course, there was a dip that was seen from Friday (Rs. 12.40 crores) to Monday (Rs. 5.40 crores) but then the film has anyways been playing on the higher side. Also, the holiday effect is gone too.

Hence, one can well expect some sort of dips to come during rest of the weekdays as well, though nothing too alarming. That was evidenced on Tuesday as well when Rs. 4.50 crores* came in. Typically, accepted films continue to demonstrate similar collections in the weekdays of the second week but in case of this Kartik Aaryan starrer, it’s more of a regular week now after a blockbuster first week which has a lot of holidays. Hence, what’s coming even now is good enough as so many biggies have struggled to get this much even in their first week in 2024.

So far, the Anees Bazmee directed horror comedy has collected Rs. 226.16 crores* and it will be closer to Rs. 235 crores by the time the second weekend is through. Rs. 250 crores will then be comfortably hit by the close of third weekend and from there on it would be interesting to see how far it goes.

Superhit.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

In an exciting turn of events at the global box office, the Anees Bazmee directorial starring Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Tripti Dimri and Madhuri Dixit Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has overtaken Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again during its second weekend at the global box office. After initially trailing behind the Rohit Shetty directorial, Singham Again that featured a star-studded cast of Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Arjun Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tiger Shroff and Ranveer Singh in its opening weekend, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has now gained momentum, securing its position as the sixth-highest weekend grosser worldwide. With robust collections across multiple territories, the horror-comedy franchise has shown remarkable staying power in international markets.

On their opening weekend, the Rohit Shetty directorial Singham Again took the lead over Anees Bazmee’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, earning USD 22,265,741 (approximately Rs. 184 crore) across 20 territories, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 earned USD 20,382,603 (approximately Rs. 168 crore) across 18 territories. However, in its second weekend, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 surged ahead, drawing larger crowds and surpassing Singham Again by a narrow margin, with a total of USD 1,17,08,365 (around Rs. 97.4 crore) from 18 territories compared to Singham Again's USD 1,16,84,731 (around Rs. 97.2 crore) from 20 territories. 

The appeal of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 lies in its combination of horror and comedy, which has resonated strongly with audiences worldwide. This instalment of the franchise has expanded on the original film’s fan base, with Kartik Aaryan’s performance adding to its widespread appeal. Positive word-of-mouth, especially in territories like the Middle East, North America, and the UK, has fuelled its second-weekend resurgence, attracting audiences looking for an entertaining mix of scares and laughs.

Meanwhile, Singham Again has also held its ground, reflecting the Singham franchise's massive fan base and its appeal among action lovers. However, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s unique genre and Kartik Aaryan’s performance have managed to create a niche, helping it edge ahead in the second week. 

While Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has managed to surpass Singham Again, both Indian releases come in behind Hollywood giants like the Tom Hardy starrer Venom: The Last Dance that raked in USD 39,42,18,738 (approx. Rs. 328.2 crore), the Dwayne Johnson – Chris Evans starrer Red One that collected USD 2,66,00,000 (approx. Rs. 221.6 crore), Universal Films animated flick Wild Robot that after rave reviews garnered USD 1,56,41,000 (approx. Rs. 130.3 crore), the Hugh Grant horror thriller Heretic that drew in USD 1,26,33,155 (approx. INR 105.2 crore), and Paddington in Peru that collected USD 1,23,35,271 (approx. INR 102.7 crore).

The second weekend has brought a surprising reversal at the global box office, with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 pulling ahead of Singham Again to secure its position as the sixth-highest weekend grosser worldwide. This development not only marks a significant achievement for the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise but also reflects Kartik Aaryan’s rising popularity as a global star. As both films continue to perform well overseas, Bollywood’s reach and influence on the world stage are stronger than ever. 

Global Top Weekend Grossers for Weekend ending 10 Nov 2024

Venom: The Last Dance - USD 4,92,25,000 (approx. INR 410.4 crore)

Red One - USD 2,66,00,000 (approx. INR 221.6 crore)

Wild Robot - USD 1,56,41,000 (approx. INR 130.3 crore)

Heretie - USD 1,26,33,155 (approx. INR 105.2 crore)

Paddington in Peru - USD 1,23,35,271 (approx. INR 102.7 crore)

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 - USD 1,17,08,365 (approx. INR 97.4 crore)

Singham Again - USD 1,16,84,731 (approx. INR 97.2 crore)

Kartik Aaryan's Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has been a blockbuster success at the global box office, firmly establishing its place as one of 2024's biggest hits. This third instalment of the popular horror-comedy franchise has struck a chord with audiences, combining spine-chilling moments with comedic relief. Now, the film has officially crossed the Rs. 300 crore mark at the worldwide box office, amassing an impressive Rs. 332.17 crore in total collections in 9 days.

The film’s journey to this milestone is highlighted by strong performances in both domestic and international markets. The domestic box office has been a major contributor to the film’s global success. With a nett collection of Rs. 216.76 crore in India, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has resonated strongly with audiences nationwide. The India gross, which includes taxes and is a more holistic representation of the film’s domestic earnings, stands at Rs. 255.61 crore. The film’s blend of horror, comedy, and Kartik Aaryan's engaging performance has been widely appreciated, resulting in packed cinemas across the country. 

The international response to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has been equally impressive, contributing Rs. 76.56 crore to the worldwide gross. The film’s global appeal can be credited to its relatable humour, memorable characters, and the worldwide fan base Kartik Aaryan has cultivated over the years. The overseas success highlights how Bollywood’s unique storytelling can resonate with audiences outside India, particularly with genres that balance humour and thrill.

In conclusion, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has achieved a spectacular feat by crossing Rs. 300 crore globally, collecting a total of Rs. 332.17 crore at the worldwide box office. With its engaging storyline, Kartik Aaryan’s charismatic performance, and widespread appeal, the film has undoubtedly solidified its place as a standout success of 2024. 

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Worldwide Box Office at a glance

India Nett: Rs. 216.76 crores

India Gross: Rs. 255.61 crores

Overseas Gross: Rs. 76.56 crores

Worldwide Gross: Rs. 332.17 crores

Kartik Aaryan's latest venture, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, is creating waves at the box office, shattering records and setting new milestones. This third instalment in the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise has successfully captured the audience’s attention with its unique blend of horror and comedy, firmly establishing Kartik as a box-office force. Within just 10 days of release, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has soared past the Rs. 200 crore mark, outperforming Prabhas’s high-profile project, Kalki 2898 AD, to become the second fastest film of 2024 to reach this milestone.

The box office race in 2024 has been fierce, with several big releases competing to capture the audience’s attention. The excitement around Stree 2, featuring Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor, has set a high benchmark, as it crossed the Rs. 200 crore mark in an astonishing 4 days, making it the fastest grosser of the year so far. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, however, has managed to carve out its own record as the second fastest, overtaking Kalki 2898 AD in a remarkable 10 days. 

The success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 can be attributed to several factors. First, Kartik Aaryan’s portrayal of his quirky and charismatic character has resonated with audiences, bringing both humour and thrill to the role. The film also benefits from the franchise’s loyal fan base, who have been eagerly awaiting this sequel. Strong word-of-mouth and favourable reviews praising Kartik’s performance, along with the engaging storyline, have played a significant role in driving repeat footfalls at theatres nationwide. 

Kalki 2898 AD, starring Prabhas, has drawn massive anticipation and fanfare due to its ambitious storyline and high production value. The film reached Rs. 200 crore in 11 days, a commendable feat for any major release. However, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 outpaced it, crossing the Rs. 200 crore mark a day earlier. This achievement not only underscores Kartik Aaryan’s growing star power but also reflects the wide-reaching appeal of the horror-comedy genre among Indian audiences. 

With Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 now holding its place as the second fastest Rs. 200 crore grosser of the year, it will be interesting to watch how other upcoming releases fare and whether Kartik’s recent box office triumph will set new benchmarks for success in Bollywood. 

Fastest Rs. 200 cr. Grossers of 2024 at a glance:

Stree 2 – 4 Days

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 – 10 Days

Kalki 2898 AD – 11 Days

Ajay Devgn’s latest film, Singham Again, has proven to be a strong performer at the box office, captivating audiences across India and abroad. The third instalment in the popular Singham franchise directed by Rohit Shetty has maintained the action-packed momentum fans love, which is evident from its impressive worldwide earnings. As of now, Singham Again has accumulated a staggering Rs. 187.43 crore at the global box office, underscoring its appeal and solidifying its standing in the genre of action films in Bollywood.

Breakdown of Collections:

The film's total earnings include substantial contributions from both the domestic and international markets: In India, Singham Again has garnered an impressive Rs. 125 crore in nett collections, highlighting its domestic popularity. The film’s gross earnings within India stand at Rs. 148.81 crore, further affirming its hold on the Indian audience.

The overseas market has also embraced the film, with Singham Again earning Rs. 36.62 crore outside of India. The strong international response is a testament to Ajay Devgn’s global fan base and the franchise’s increasing reach.

Reasons Behind the Success:

The Singham series has built a strong fan base over the years, and Ajay Devgn’s portrayal of Bajirao Singham has become iconic. Devgn’s magnetic screen presence and Rohit Shetty’s signature style of high-octane action and drama make for a winning combination that audiences eagerly anticipate with each new release. Known for his expertise in the action genre, Shetty has once again delivered thrilling stunts and gripping sequences in Singham Again. His unique approach to storytelling, punctuated by explosive action and powerful dialogues, appeals to both mass audiences and fans of the franchise.

Besides these, Singham Again is visually captivating, featuring well-crafted action scenes and high production values that elevate the film’s appeal. The engaging plot and patriotic undertones resonate strongly with audiences, tapping into themes that are popular in Indian cinema. The film’s marketing campaign, combined with positive word-of-mouth, has helped maintain momentum at the box office. Fans took to social media to share their excitement and appreciation for the film, driving up interest and ticket sales.

Looking Ahead:

With Rs. 187.43 crore already in its kitty, Singham Again has the potential to break further records as it continues its theatrical run. The film’s ongoing success will likely encourage additional audiences to watch it in theatres, propelling its earnings even higher in the coming weeks.

Singham Again Worldwide Box Office at a glance: India Nett: Rs. 125 crore India Gross: Rs. 148.81 crore Overseas Gross: Rs. 36.62 crore Worldwide Gross: Rs. 187.43 crore

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, starring Kartik Aaryan, has stormed its way to box office glory, crossing the Rs. 100 crore mark in a record-breaking three days. With this remarkable feat, the horror-comedy joins an elite league of Bollywood blockbusters like Gadar 2 and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, which also reached the Rs. 100 crore milestone in three days. This achievement marks yet another significant milestone for Kartik Aaryan, solidifying his place as one of the industry's most bankable stars.

Kartik Aaryan Joins an Elite List:

Crossing the Rs. 100 crore mark in just three days is no easy feat, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 now finds itself in the company of some of the biggest box office giants of recent years. Only a handful of films have managed to surpass the Rs. 100 crore milestone within two days, while others, including Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, have taken three days to accomplish this impressive feat. Kartik Aaryan’s latest film has put him in an elite group of actors who have headlined some of the fastest-grossing films in Bollywood history.

Kartik Aaryan’s Growing Box Office Pull:

Following the massive success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Kartik Aaryan’s role as the quirky and fearless Rooh Baba has become iconic. His ability to captivate audiences with his charm and comedic timing has turned the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise into a fan favorite. With Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, he once again proves his box office prowess, drawing crowds and creating buzz that has translated into record-breaking earnings.

The Magic of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3:

The franchise's unique blend of horror and comedy has resonated deeply with audiences, making Bhool Bhulaiyaa a cult classic in Bollywood. Director Anees Bazmee has once again struck gold with this installment, seamlessly combining thrills, laughs, and suspense. The film’s high production values, gripping storyline, and Kartik Aaryan’s charismatic performance have given audiences an entertaining cinematic experience that keeps them coming back to theaters.

Rising Above Competition in a Star-Studded Year:

In 2024, audiences have been treated to a series of major releases featuring big names and powerful storylines, yet Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has carved its place amid this crowded field. With the year bringing massive hits like Jawan, Stree 2, and Animal, reaching the Rs. 100 crore club within three days is a testament to the Bhool Bhulaiyaa brand’s strength and Kartik Aaryan’s growing influence. Competing with action-packed blockbusters and intense dramas, the horror-comedy has successfully held its ground, drawing in family audiences, youngsters, and fans of the genre.

Future of Kartik Aaryan’s Career:

Crossing the Rs. 100 crore milestone in three days has firmly positioned Kartik Aaryan among Bollywood’s top stars. This achievement is not just a win for the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise but also a major turning point in Kartik’s career. Known for his versatility and ability to carry films on his shoulders, Kartik’s popularity is skyrocketing, and his ability to bring audiences to theaters has reached new heights.

With Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Kartik joins the likes of Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, and Salman Khan, who have all delivered similar blockbuster hits. This film's success further solidifies Kartik’s standing in the industry, opening doors to bigger projects and more ambitious roles.

Looking Ahead:

The film’s rapid ascent to the Rs. 100 crore club sets the stage for an even more impressive box office journey. With the holiday season still in full swing and strong word of mouth, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is expected to continue its winning streak, with analysts predicting it could break additional records in the coming weeks.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has emerged as one of 2024’s biggest box office winners, joining an elite list of blockbusters like Gadar 2 and Baahubali 2: The Conclusion to reach Rs. 100 crore in just three days. Kartik Aaryan’s star power and the unique appeal of the horror-comedy genre have combined to create a massive hit that is resonating with audiences across the country. As the film continues its triumphant run, Kartik Aaryan’s rise as a Bollywood powerhouse shows no signs of slowing down, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is well on its way to becoming one of the year’s biggest box office triumphs.

All-Time Faster Releases to Reach the Rs. 100 Crore Club

Jawan - 2 Days

Stree 2 - 2 Days

Animal - 2 Days

Pathaan - 2 Days

K.G.F Chapter 2 - 2 Days

Tiger 3 - 2 Days

Gadar 2 - 3 Days

Baahubali 2: The Conclusion - 3 Days

Dangal - 3 Days

Sanju - 3 Days

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 - 3 Days

The Bollywood horror-comedy genre continues to showcase its undeniable box office appeal as Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, the latest instalment in the hit franchise, takes the third spot on the list of highest opening weekend grossers for 2024. Directed by Anees Bazmee and starring Kartik Aaryan, the film has amassed an impressive Rs. 110.20 crore over its opening weekend, joining a handful of blockbusters that have set the tone for the year.

With this feat, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 now stands among the year’s biggest earners, right behind Stree 2 and Fighter, both of which have set an incredibly high benchmark. The success of these films not only points to the strong demand for star-studded, high-concept cinema but also highlights the enduring popularity of horror-comedy and action genres in the Indian market.

Horror-Comedy Strikes Again: Following in the footsteps of its predecessors, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 taps into a winning formula that mixes humour with spine-tingling horror. The film has benefited from a strong marketing campaign and high anticipation due to the popularity of the previous two films. Kartik Aaryan, who reprises his role, has managed to captivate audiences once again, building on the momentum he has established as one of Bollywood’s most bankable young stars.

Box Office Milestones: Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 not only joined the Rs. 100 crore club in record time but also managed to secure a spot among the highest-grossing opening weekends for a Bollywood horror-comedy. The film's impressive weekend total has positioned it just shy of Kalki 2898 AD (Rs. 112.15 crore) and Fighter (Rs. 115.30 crore), underscoring its strong appeal across diverse demographics.

Genre’s Rising Popularity: With Stree 2 leading the year with an opening weekend of Rs. 204 crore, horror-comedy has proven to be a genre that resonates deeply with Indian audiences. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Stree 2 collectively indicate a sustained demand for films that offer a mix of scares and laughs.

As Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 continues to rake in impressive numbers, it solidifies its status as one of the year’s most successful films. Its remarkable debut reaffirms the love for horror-comedy in Indian cinema, setting a high bar for the films that will follow. With more promising releases lined up for 2024, it will be interesting to see if any film can top Stree 2’s extraordinary record or if Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 will maintain its position as one of the top grossers of the year.

Top 10 Opening Weekend Grossers of 2024 Stree 2 – ₹204 crore Fighter – ₹115.30 crore Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 – ₹110.20 crore Kalki 2898 AD – ₹112.15 crore Shaitaan – ₹55.13 crore Bade Miyan Chote Miyan – ₹38.71 crore Crew – ₹32.60 crore Bad Newz – ₹30.62 crore Devara: Part 1 – ₹29.52 crore Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya – ₹26.52 crore

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has entered Rs. 100 Crores Club and that too in mere 3 days. The film took a bumper start, then had a fantabulous run on Saturday and then held quite well on Sunday too. Yes, the film has continued to exceed expectations on practically daily basis and that can well be seen from the fact that even after Diwali day, it hasn’t slowed down at all.

This was evidenced on Sunday when Rs. 35.20 crores came in. Now, in a year when lifetime of so many biggies have folded up under Rs. 35 crores mark and hardly a few films have managed this kind of number in their entire first week, here comes Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, which scores such phenomenal number in a single day. In fact, big or small, holiday or no holiday, weekend or weekday, franchise or a standalone film, to get to this kind of a number in a single day is a feat indeed and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has done that in style.

The film is also resulting in multiple personal achievements for all involved. Kartik Aaryan has now scored his third Rs. 100 Crores Club film after Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety with the collections reading Rs. 110.20 crores. In fact, he would soon be scoring a Rs. 200 Crores Club superhit too with this one with a chance of the film actually managing to enter Rs. 300 Crores Club. That would indeed be clap worthy. As for Anees Bazmee, he has scored a couple of centuries too in the form of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 and Ready, and this is now his third.

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

In a thrilling weekend at the worldwide box office, Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 have both made impressive debuts, emerging as the third and fourth highest opening weekend grossers respectively. Singham Again, a high-energy action sequel from Bollywood, collected an impressive USD 22,265,741 (approx. Rs. 184 crore), while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, the latest entry in the horror-comedy franchise, brought in USD 20,382,603 (approx. Rs. 168 crore).

Both films saw significant traction internationally, with Singham Again releasing across 20 territories and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 spanning 18 territories. The strong global response highlights the increasing international appeal of Bollywood films and their ability to compete with big-budget releases from Hollywood.

At the top of the global box office was Venom: The Last Dance, the latest superhero blockbuster, which pulled in a whopping USD 94,500,000 (approx. Rs. 782 crore) across 67 territories. This performance solidified its position as the highest opening weekend grosser, drawing massive audiences across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Wild Robot, a visually stunning sci-fi thriller, secured the second spot, amassing an extraordinary USD 267,124,610 (approx. Rs. 2,211 crore) from an impressive 80 territories. The film’s exceptional reception reflects its universal appeal, dazzling audiences worldwide with its special effects and engaging storyline.

These remarkable numbers reflect a vibrant weekend for the global box office, underscoring the broad appeal of diverse genres across different regions.

Global rankings for the highest weekend box office grossers are as follows:

Venom: The Last Dance - USD 94,500,000 (approx. Rs. 782 crore) from 67 territories

Wild Robot - USD 267,124,610 (approx. Rs. 2,211 crore) from 80 territories

Singham Again - USD 22,265,741 (approx. Rs. 184 crore) from 20 territories

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 - USD 20,382,603 (approx. Rs. 168 crore) from 18 territories

The Kartik Aaryan led horror comedy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, has created history by scoring a century in three days flat. The film took a record-breaking start of Rs. 36.60 crores on Friday, then jumped to Rs. 38.40 crores on Saturday, and finally saw an expected dip to Rs. 33.50 crores on Sunday. The first weekend total of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 stands at Rs. 108 crores, which is by far the biggest to date for Kartik Aaryan.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has comfortably gone past the opening weekend of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, and has established Kartik Aaryan as one of the most bankable superstars of Hindi Cinema from the younger lot of actors. He has become the first actor outside of Ranbir Kapoor to hit a century in 3-days among everyone from his generation.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has also recorded the biggest opening weekend to date for director Anees Bazmee, and the film is now all set to race past the Rs. 200 crores club in the next 5 to 7 days. There is appreciation all across the board, and that is reflected in the opening weekend trend too, as these numbers have come despite a clash with Singham Again

Filmmaker Anees Bazmee’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 arrived in 2022 at a time when Bollywood was going through a rough patch in terms of box office success. The Kartik Aaryan starrer not only broke the shackles but also went onto become one of the biggest hits of the year. Hence, there were expectations from Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. But the horror comedy went beyond that and ended up with a big opening day figure of Rs. 36.60 crores.

By doing that, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has become the third highest opener of 2024. The biggest opener this year was Stree 2, which was a major surprise with Rs. 55.40 crores. The second film in the list is Singham Again with Rs. 43.70 crores. The Ajay Devgn-starrer clashed with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 at the box office on November 1.

By achieving this number, the Kartik starrer has comfortably put behind the Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone starrer Fighter, which, released in January, had opened at Rs. 24.60 crores. The film is on the fourth position. Meanwhile, the Hindi version of the Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone starrer Kalki 2898 AD is on number five with Rs. 22.50 crores.

Considering the positive response at the box office, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is set to become a major success. Produced by T-Series Films and Cine1 Studios, the movie also stars Triptii Dimri, Vidya Balan and Madhuri Dixit in pivotal roles.

Highest openers of 2024 at a glance:

Stree 2 – Rs. 55.40 crores

Singham Again – Rs. 43.70 crores

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 – Rs. 36.60 crores

Fighter – Rs. 24.60 crores

Kalki 2898 AD [Hindi] – Rs. 22.50 crores

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After bringing on Rs. 43.70 crores on Friday, Singham Again had a superb hold on Saturday as well. Considering the fact that this was coming off Diwali, the collections could well have dropped by around 10% and no one would have actually complained. However, that was not the case to be as the hold was really strong and as a result the film managed to bring in over Rs. 40 crores all over again.

This was seen from the fact that a mammoth Rs. 40 crores* more were accumulated by the film on Saturday and that’s really quite good. To think of it, the film is bringing in this much on a clash and that too when another film is closing in on Rs. 40 crores as well (yes, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has been spectacular too). Moreover, it doesn’t have all the screens at its disposal and is playing at 60% available capacity. Still to collect this much with audience attention divided as well is a big deal indeed.

The film has now reached Rs. 83.70 crores* and as you read this, Rs. 100 crores mark has already been crossed by the Ajay Devgn led biggie. The film will comfortably cross the lifetime numbers of Singham Returns in 2-3 days more and then it would be Sooryavanshi, which will be surpassed next. Together, Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty’s biggest so far has been Golmaal Again (Rs. 205.70 crores) and that number will be history by the second Friday, if not within this week itself.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

It’s just the second day for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and the film is already on a record breaking spree. After collecting Rs. 36.60 crores and that too in a clash when Singham Again had already seen a huge day of Rs. 43.70 crores, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 managed to have an even bigger day on Saturday. The day after Diwali holiday typically sees some sort of a drop but that hasn’t been the case with either of the two new releases. As a matter of fact, for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, there is notable growth seen.

The biggest of the surprise is the fact that the collections, in fact, managed to come really close to Rs. 40 crores and that isn’t something that even anyone associated with the film would have expected prior to the release. The best case scenario would have been to somehow stretch towards the Rs. 35-40 crores range on Sunday but here such kind of numbers are coming on Saturday and there is a big Sunday already awaiting it.

Kartik Aaryan has scored a really big one here with Rs. 38 crores* coming on Saturday and that too by arriving at just 40% screens. Moreover, Singham Again by itself is, anyways, scoring quite huge with two back to back Rs. 40 crores+ days and still Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has not just managed to challenge the biggie but also managed its own high numbers, which are setting records. So far, the film has already collected Rs. 74.60 crores* and while now it’s a given that Rs. 100 crores mark will be crossed today itself, what has to be seen is how much bigger than that will it get by the close of the first weekend.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

The much-anticipated Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has opened with a solid performance in the overseas market, especially in Australia and New Zealand. As the latest installment in one of Bollywood's most successful horror-comedy franchises, the film has generated significant interest among audiences, promising a promising start to its box office journey. Here’s an in-depth look at the Day 1 collections from these territories, where Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has made a mark.

In Australia, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 opened to impressive numbers, drawing considerable footfall despite a weekday release. According to the latest figures, the film earned 90,551 USD, which translates to approximately Rs. 76.18 lakhs, from 101 screens. This performance underscores the movie's appeal among the Indian diaspora in Australia and its popularity among fans of the genre.

In New Zealand, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 managed to pull in 18,911 USD (around Rs. 15.91 lakhs) from 39 screens. While the numbers here are more modest compared to Australia, they still represent a robust opening for Bollywood releases in the territory. New Zealand often sees fewer screenings for Indian films than Australia, making these figures quite impressive for a Day 1 performance.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Day 1 overseas Australia box office - 90,551 USD [Rs. 76.18 lacs] from 101 screens New Zealand box office - 18,911 USD [Rs. 15.91 lacs] from 39 screens

Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again, the much-anticipated third installment in the Singham franchise, has generated immense excitement. With the release of an explosive, extended trailer, anticipation surged, reflected in the robust advance bookings. Early estimates suggest the film surpassed Rs. 40 crores on its opening day, despite facing competition from the high-profile release Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.

Although Singham Again primarily appeals to single-screen audiences, its performance in major multiplexes has been remarkable. On its first day, the Ajay Devgn-led film earned Rs. 15.80 crores in PVR Inox and an additional Rs. 3.4 crores in Cinepolis, totaling Rs. 19.20 crores in these two prominent chains alone.

This impressive start indicates strong support from theatergoers. Alongside Devgn in the lead role, the film boasts an ensemble cast featuring Kareena Kapoor Khan, Arjun Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, Akshay Kumar, and Jackie Shroff.

With the weekend and festive season underway, Singham Again is poised to achieve even greater box office numbers in the coming days.

Kartik Aaryan led Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has taken an extraordinary start at the box office in India, with early estimates indicating collections in the range of Rs. 34 crores to Rs. 36 crores. The film has emerged as the biggest opener to date for Kartik Aaryan, that too by a big margin. In fact, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has emerged as the first-ever Kartik Aaryan film to earn Rs. 20 crore and Rs. 30 crore on the opening day.

The film collected around Rs. 17 crores on the opening day across the national chains – PVR, Inox and Cinepolis - but the real surprise has come in with the performances in the non-national chains like MovieMax, Miraj, and MovieTime. The first weekend of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 will touch the Rs. 100 crore mark, emerging the fastest Rs. 100 crore film for Kartik Aaryan. The film is already a hit due to controlled costs and it's now about beginning the journey to emerge as a super hit in the long run.

The initial word of mouth is positive, however, it's the Monday trend that will tell us how far can the film go in the long run.

The Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty cop universe film, Singham Again has taken a bumper opening at the box office in India. According to our tracking, Singham Again is headed to collect in the range of Rs. 43 crores to Rs. 45 crores on Friday, emerging career-best opener for both Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty.

The film ran at optimum capacity at multiple locations, and with a wider release, the opening day would have been even bigger. The film has collected almost Rs. 19 crore across the Top 3 national chains – PVR, Inox & Cinepolis - which has resulted in 45 percent of the total business. The film is outstanding in the mass belts, especially centres like UP, and Bihar, alongside Gujarat and Rajasthan.

Singham Again is carrying very good reports from the audiences and is expected to be one of the biggest hits of Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty's career. The film has strong advances for Saturday too and will be looking at a weekend of Rs. 130 crores plus. Places like MovieMax, Rajhans, and MovieTime have also gone on an overdrive on the first day for Singham Again.

The Kartik Aaryan and Anees Bazmee collaboration on the horror comedy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is all set for an excellent opening at the box office on November 1. According to present trends at 9 PM, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has sold approximately 2 lakh tickets across the top 3 national chains – PVR, Inox and Cinepolis – for the opening day alone. The horror comedy produced by Bhushan Kumar is looking at the biggest advance to date for a Kartik Aaryan film, with final advance in the range of 2.30 Lakh tickets.

As per the advance booking trends, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 will take a solid opening around the Rs. 30 crore mark, which is phenomenal and career-best for Kartik. The Anees Bazmee directorial has shown good pre-sales in non-national chains too, as centers like MovieMax and Rajhans are competing with films like Gadar 2, Jawan, and Pathaan.

With Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Kartik Aaryan has proved his stardom and consolidated his position in the industry as one of the most bankable names. He has got this sort of advance against a massive force like Singham Again.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is benefitting by the post-Diwali holiday, and the walk-ins are also expected to be stronger than usual.

The big day is here, and it’s all falling in place. Earlier, Diwali was on Friday and that would have meant a diluted box office response since people are busy with celebrations. However, with Thursday turning out to be the day of festivities, Friday is now a full holiday available, which means at theatres one can well expect a crazy box office response.

Singham Again was always meant to be an event film and now it has practically become the biggest of the year so far with all around positivity surrounding it. The trailer of the Rohit Shetty directed film had anyways received a very good response and momentum has only enhanced further ever since. There isn’t any song which has caught on big though, which means it would be all star power led by Ajay Devgn and other half a dozen A listers which will drive the film. Moreover, the cop universe has a huge value to it and that will further keep the ticket sales brisk.

All of this means that at the very minimum, Rs. 40 crores will come at the box office on Friday. The biggest opening so far for Ajay Devgn and Rohit Shetty has been Singham Returns which had netted Rs. 32 crores and that number will be surpassed by a distance. A bountiful weekend awaits the film and if the content ends up meeting the hype as well then sky is the limit.

Kartik Aaryan led horror comedy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has set the box office on fire as the Anees Bazmee directorial has sold around 60,000 tickets across the Top 3 national chains – PVR, Inox & Cinepolis - as on Wednesday at 8.30 PM. The film has a faster pace than the Diwali 2023 release, Tiger 3 which featured Salman Khan & Katrina Kaif in the lead, as the YRF Spy Universe Saga has sold 55,000 tickets within 24 hours of tickets going up for sales in National Chains.

With this pace, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is looking at a first-day business of Rs. 30 crore plus, which is historic, to say the least. Horror comedies are flavour of the season, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is set to capitalize on the mood of audiences and clock unpredictable numbers on the opening day. The fact that Kartik Aaryan is competing with Salman Khan’s Diwali release despite a clash is magical, to say the least

With the release of two highly anticipated Bollywood films, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again, the competition at the box office is heating up even before opening day. As of Wednesday at 2:30 PM, early reports indicate that Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has garnered significant traction at MovieMax theatres across the country, pulling ahead of Singham Again in advance ticket sales. This early lead suggests that audiences are leaning towards a mix of horror and comedy over action this coming Friday, marking an interesting trend for the two fan-favourite franchises.

Advance Bookings as of Wednesday

According to advance booking data, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has sold approximately 6,000 tickets at MovieMax theatres for Friday showings, positioning it as a likely top performer for its debut day. In contrast, Singham Again has reported the sale of 1,050 tickets for Friday screenings at MovieMax, indicating a more moderate yet steady anticipation among fans for the action-packed sequel.

Audience Preferences

This early lead for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 highlights a growing trend where audiences are showing an increased preference for horror-comedy blends, possibly due to the success of previous instalments in the Bhool Bhulaiyaa series. The film, known for its mix of thrills, humour, and supernatural elements, has managed to carve a niche in the Bollywood landscape. The anticipation is reflective of the series' fan base and the broad appeal it holds for families and younger audiences seeking a balanced mix of scares and laughs.

On the other hand, Singham Again caters to fans of high-octane action and dramatic showdowns, with Ajay Devgn reprising his iconic role as the no-nonsense cop, Singham. Despite a slower advance booking rate compared to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, the film’s draw may be expected to pick up closer to its release as excitement builds and word of mouth spreads.

In the face-off between horror-comedy and action, both films are set to deliver an entertaining spectacle for audiences across India, each offering a unique cinematic experience that aligns with the preferences of their loyal fan bases.

It was a fair second week for Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video as it sustained decently in its second week. The film was expected to do a lot more but then when the first week turned out to be just passable, it all boiled down to how much could it connect in weeks to follow.

From that perspective the film did reasonably okay to collect Rs. 10.61 crores* more in the second week. After the first week had accumulated Rs. 28.75 crores, it wouldn’t have been surprising if the film could have collected just a little over Rs. 10 crores in the rest of its lifetime run. However, considering the fact that there has been no real competition around it and then there was no new release last week either, a double-digit score has come in the second week.

The film has now reached Rs. 39.36 crores* and will reach Rs. 43-45 crores mark for sure in its lifetime. It seemed impossible at the end of first week but now it will happen as the only competition in front of it is Venom and that has a different audience. Next Friday will see the release of Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, so that will be it for the Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri starrer. Still, it has managed to reach at least this far and that’s fair indeed.

*Estimates: Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

The month of October 2024 has been a poor one for the industry. A lot was hoped from Joker: Folie à Deux but it crashed after a decent first day. Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video and Jigra, too, put up disappointing numbers. Nothing much was expected until the arrival of big Diwali releases. Hence, the exhibition sector is pleasantly surprised to see that the Hollywood film, Venom: The Last Dance, has managed to have a great advance booking. What’s astonishing is that it releases on October 25, a week before Diwali. This is considered the dullest week of the year and yet, the Hollywood film is expected to strike gold.

Venom: The Last Dance will have paid previews on Thursday, October 25. Usually, multiplexes play a couple of shows during Thursday previews. Venom: The Last Dance, however, is an exception. Metro Inox in Mumbai and Cinepolis Seawoods, Navi Mumbai have as many as 9 shows today. Inox Megaplex, Malad will play 10 shows of the film. Cinepolis, Viviana Mall, Thane has a record 13 shows of Venom: The Last Dance. A similar scenario can also be seen in other cities, including B and C centres.

As of Wednesday, October 23 10:00 am, Venom: The Last Dance has sold 40,626 tickets from Thursday to Sunday in PVR Inox cinemas. Nearly 14,000 tickets were sold until yesterday and the number has increased exponentially since then.

At this rate, Venom: The Last Dance will open around Rs. 4 crores on Thursday, which is a fair number considering that shows begin only after 4:00 pm. This will also be one of the biggest paid preview collections after Stree 2 (2024) and Chennai Express (2023). The number is expected to go higher on Friday, Saturday and Sunday if the word of mouth is positive. If that happens, it’ll have an extended weekend of nearly Rs. 20 crores. This would be more than the weekend numbers of Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video (Rs. 19.17 crores) and Jigra (Rs. 16.64 crores).

A section of the trade isn’t surprised by the advance ticket sales. A trade expert said, “The second part of the series, Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021), was released without Maharashtra during Covid and that too when there was the rule of 50% occupancy. Yet, it opened at Rs. 2.88 crores. This shows that the character has a following and he is also popular among the masses.”

The first partVenom (2018) opened at Rs. 4.09 crores and had a lifetime of Rs. 34.31 crores. It now remains to be seen if Venom: The Last Dance is able to go past this number. It all depends on the showcasing it gets from next Friday, that is, once Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 release on Diwali, November 1. The Hollywood film will have to give up almost all the single screens and a big chunk shows in multiplexes, which will affect its second week collections.

Nevertheless, Venom: The Last Dance will give much-needed respite to the cinema owners, who have been suffering for the last two months due to the non-performance of most films. Its opening will also raise a question of whether the pre-Diwali week is really as bad as perceived. Two years back, Black Adam (2022) was released 5 days before Diwali and managed to open at Rs. 6.80 crores. Its lifetime earnings of Rs. 48.13 crores were more than that of the big Diwali release, Thank God (2022), which earned Rs. 34.89 crores. If Venom: The Last Dance continues its momentum, it could pave the way for more films to capitalize on pre-Diwali openings, offering a much-needed boost to an otherwise sluggish market.

Venom: The Last Dance’s advance ticket sales in PVR Inox (as of Wednesday, October 24, 10:00 am)

Thursday: 13,818 admits (Rs. 47.60 lakhs)

Friday: 10,900 admits (Rs. 37.44 lakhs)

Saturday: 9,693 admits (Rs. 35.55 lakhs)

Sunday: 6,215 admits (Rs. 21 lakhs)

TOTAL: 40,626 admits (Rs. 1.41 crores) 

Venom: The Last Dance’s advance ticket sales in Moviemax (as of Thursday, October 25, 12 noon)

Thursday: 824 admits (Rs. 1.70 lakhs)

Friday: 592 admits (Rs. 1.15 lakhs)

Saturday: 566 admits (Rs. 1.11 lakhs)

Sunday: 306 admits (Rs. 61,000)

TOTAL: 2,288 admits (Rs. 4.57 lakhs)

Also Read: Venom: The Last Dance makers drop 30-seconds clip ahead of final trailer release on September 12, watch

The Singham and Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchises have carved their niches in Bollywood’s box office landscape, captivating audiences with their distinctive genres. Both franchises have seen significant gaps between instalments, adding to the anticipation for their forthcoming releases. The Singham franchise, which had a 3-year gap between its first (2011) and second (2014) parts, is now gearing up for Singham Again after a decade-long wait. In contrast, Bhool Bhulaiyaa returned with a sequel in 2022, 15 years after the original (2007), and is set to release Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 just two years later in 2024.

With the box office consistently growing year after year, franchises like Singham and Bhool Bhulaiyaa have the opportunity to reach new heights. As both series prepare for their next chapters, the question on everyone’s mind is: who will emerge as the box office champion? Bollywood Hungama delves into analyzing the franchise and its performance in India, overseas, and worldwide markets

India Box Office Performance

Singham Franchise - Ranked 18th at the India box office with a cumulative total of ₹240.92 crore. - Singham (2011) - ₹100.30 crore - Singham Returns (2014) - ₹140.62 crore

Over a decade, the Singham franchise has become synonymous with intense action, patriotism, and Ajay Devgn’s iconic portrayal of a righteous cop. The series’ box office numbers reflect its popularity, particularly in India’s mass belts. With Singham Again set to release after a 10-year hiatus, it will be interesting to see how the franchise adapts to modern cinematic trends and expectations.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa Franchise

- Ranked 19th at the Indian box office with a total collection of ₹235.02 crore. - Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007) - ₹49.10 crore - Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 (2022) - ₹185.92 crore

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 was a resounding success, reinvigorating the franchise with Kartik Aaryan’s modern take on a horror-comedy hero. Despite the 15-year gap between the two parts, Bhool Bhulaiyaa managed to retain its fanbase and even grow it, thanks to its fresh appeal. With Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 scheduled for 2024, just two years after the second film, the franchise seems poised to capitalize on its renewed momentum.

Overseas Box Office Performance

Bhool Bhulaiyaa Franchise

- Ranked 16th with a cumulative collection of 9.51 million USD - Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007) - 3.63 million USD - Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 (2022) - 5.88 million USD

The Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise has performed remarkably well overseas, outpacing Singham in markets like North America and the UK. Horror-comedy as a genre often appeals to a wider, more diverse audience, which could explain the franchise’s stronger international numbers. With Kartik Aaryan’s growing international fanbase, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has the potential to push these numbers even higher.

Singham Franchise - Ranked 29th with a cumulative collection of 5.26 million USD - Singham (2011) - 1.25 million USD - Singham Returns (2014) - 4.01 million USD

While the Singham franchise has a massive following in India, its overseas appeal hasn’t been as strong. Action films traditionally fare well internationally, but the heavy Indian cultural context and themes in Singham may not have resonated as much with international audiences. However, with the expansion of Rohit Shetty’s cop universe and glimpses of Ramayana, there is a chance for Singham Again to make a bigger impact in overseas.

Worldwide Box Office Performance

Singham Franchise - Ranked 15th worldwide with a cumulative collection of ₹368.39 crores - Singham (2011) - ₹147.89 crore - Singham Returns (2014) - ₹220.5 crore

Globally, the Singham franchise holds a slight edge over Bhool Bhulaiyaa, owing primarily to its massive success in India. The anticipation for Singham Again, especially with its long gap, is expected to bring even more viewers both domestically and internationally.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa Franchise - Ranked 16th worldwide with a total of ₹349.23 crores - Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007) - ₹82.35 crore - Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 (2022) - ₹266.88 crore

The Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise has shown exponential growth, particularly with its second part grossing over ₹266 crore worldwide. The upcoming Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 could further bridge the gap with Singham franchise, especially with the genre's continued appeal across age groups and demographics.

Expectations from Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3

The upcoming releases of Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 are highly anticipated, and both films are expected to perform exceptionally well. Here’s what we can expect.

With Ajay Devgn reprising his iconic role and Rohit Shetty’s cop universe expanding, Singham Again is likely to fare well in the Indian market. The film could also perform better overseas, especially if it leverages the star power of other actors in the cop universe like Ranveer Singh (Simmba) and Akshay Kumar (Sooryavanshi). On the other hand, Kartik Aaryan’s growing stardom and the franchise’s unique blend of horror and comedy make Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 a strong contender. The film is expected to do well both domestically and internationally, continuing the success of its predecessor. As things stand today, both movies are running neck to neck to grab the audience's wallet share.

While both Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 have the potential to break records, the initial head start will largely depend on their distribution strategies, screen count, and number of shows. Franchise value, as seen from their previous performances, guarantees strong openings, but sustaining box office momentum will boil down to the content and audience reception. With growing box office expectations year on year, it will be fascinating to see which film resonates more deeply with audiences and emerges as the ultimate box office champion. We hope both movies will emerge as blockbuster champions at the box office.

With no new release this Friday, Jigra has retained quite a few screens and shows for itself, especially at key multiplexes in major cities. In any case such genre of films find Saturday audiences for themselves and though last weekend it was less than 50% despite Dusshehra holiday, this weekend the scenario is different. The growth is more than 50% and that’s also because the film is playing at lower numbers. As a result of that, even though the absolute figure is still low, from growth perspective it’s fine.

On Friday, the film had collected Rs. 1 crore* and now on Saturday it has grown to Rs. 1.75 crore*. Now, had this been a controlled budget starless film then the trajectory would have been considered as decent enough, especially because there are two open weeks ahead of the film. However, with Alia Bhatt in there and production values being quite good as well, a lot more was expected and at the bare minimum at least Rs. 50-60 crores would have been a fair enough bet.

The film will do lesser though and while Rs. 30 crores lifetime will now be crossed, that would be about it. Currently, the film stands at Rs. 25 crores* and by the close of second week it would have come close to the Rs. 30 crores mark. Then there would be one more week for the film to collect as much moolah as it can and then come close to Rs. 35 crores before making way for the Diwali biggies.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

For Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video to have any chance to go past Rs. 40 crores lifetime, the need of the hour was for Saturday as well as Sunday to surpass Rs. 2 crores milestone. Ideally, Saturday needed to be at least Rs. 2 crores and then if Sunday somehow managed to cross Rs. 3 crores, then it would be a reasonably better positioning that this comedy drama could have found itself in.

This has happened with Saturday doing its job and resulting in Rs. 2.25 crores* being collected at the box office. On Friday the film had brought in Rs. 1.50 crore* so this is still a reasonable enough jump. Currently, this is what the film needs, which is to not crash out completely and keep bringing in some sort of footfalls. With no new releases around it and competition (Jigra) not being hard either, this Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri starrer is living on to complete two more weeks in theatres and in the process bring on some moolah.

Currently, the film stands at Rs. 29.25* crores and it will be close to Rs. 32 crores mark by the time the weekend is through. Post that, Rs. 35 crores mark should be comfortably crossed by the close of second week and thereafter it should somehow pull off a Rs. 40 crores lifetime due to one more absolutely open week ahead.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

It was a BLACK FRIDAY for Bollywood as there was practically no new release. 2024 has been a very uneven year for the entire film industry and that too across all languages, and the trend is just continuing month after month, week after week. There is continued period of no major releases or, in fact, none at all, and while last week still saw the release of Jigra and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, this week there was nothing at all that arrived.

Yes, there were re-releases of films like Singham, Khosla Ka Ghosla and Sooraj Pe Mangal Bhari, but the collections were nothing great. One can understand the arrival of Singham to set the stage for Singham Again but the other two films have released primarily to try their luck in this re-release season, something that’s more miss than a hit if one looks at the fact that hardly a couple of re-releases have actually worked.

With Jigra not really doing well in its first week and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video being just passable, the only benefit they are getting is that there is zero competition around them as a result of which they were still the top collecting movies of Friday. Still, the numbers per se were not really there. No wonder, between all the Hindi films in the running, just about Rs. 3 crores* came in, which is one of the lowest Fridays ever of 2024, hence making one crave all for biggies like Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 to make a mark this Diwali.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

It was a barely passable first week for Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video as only Rs. 25 crores* came in. The film was expected to do better and this much seemed on the cards in the first weekend itself once the trailer was unveiled. In fact, at that point in time even Rs. 30 crores seemed very much possible since comedy genre does find some sort of an audience and Rajkummar Rao was returning after Stree 2.

However, the film turned out to be a mixed bag and that reflected in audience feedback as well. No wonder, growth was limited from Friday to Saturday and then Sunday went further down. What nailed the verdict was the response during the weekdays when drops started coming on Monday and Tuesday, which pretty much established a lifetime number of Rs. 50 crores, which would have been reasonable enough since Rajkummar’s Srikanth - despite being niche - had done similar business too, was out of question.

What would still have been okay to some extent is a lifetime of Rs. 40 crores, considering another release or Rajkummar Rao this year - Mr. And Mrs. Mahi - had seen a lifetime of Rs. 36.28 crores. Now will Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video reach there? Well, it will be touch and go since to reach there the film would need to gather another Rs. 10 crores or so. There are two open weeks ahead for the film, so it would certainly aim to make a dash at that total.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

It was a very low first week for Jigra as only Rs. 22 crores* came in. Even if this was the weekend number for the film, it would have been low and here this much has come in the entire first week. Moreover, there was Dusshehra holiday on Saturday and that did help pump up the collections a bit. However, even that wasn’t optimal and when the drop came on Sunday, then the writing was clear on the wall.

A lot has been said and heard about the film’s failure and there will be multiple theories too. However, the fact remains that it was an attempt to mix commercial elements with niche sensibilities that went against it. Either the film could have stayed truly niche and released on OTT, or it could have been out and out commercial and then made way into theatres. Again, not that it would have entered the Rs. 100 Crores Club or something because apart from Alia Bhatt, there was no other pull factor. However, it could at least have got into that respectable Rs. 50 crores zone.

The film will now aim to cross Rs. 30 crores at least and that may be possible since multiplexes have retained a very good count of shows in the second week as well. With no new release this Friday and then the next, this will be the best bet for urban audiences and this is where those associated with the film would be hoping to get that 8-10 crores more.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

It was a low Monday for both Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video and Jigra as the numbers saw a substantial drop when compared to Friday. This was always on the cards as well since Saturday has anyways not seen much growth despite Dussehra holiday and then on Sunday, both films dropped which was not a good sign at all. Yes, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video was doing better but then that too was mainly relatively speaking since a weekend of Rs. 19.17 crores wasn’t really great. On the other hand, Jigra was as it is low with Rs. 16.64 crores coming in the opening weekend, which made Monday hold all the more important.

As was the case though, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video came down from Friday collections of Rs. 5.71 crores to Rs. 2.25 crores* on Monday, which is a drop of around 60%. Even a 50% drop would have been considerable since the numbers weren’t huge to begin with and now with a bigger drop coming in, one waits to see how rest of the weekdays stabilise. Ditto for Jigra which saw a big drop from Friday (Rs. 4.55 crores) to Monday (Rs. 1.75 crore*), when the need of the hour was to stay over Rs. 3 crores mark (which didn’t look possible anyways after the weekend trend).

It would turn out to be an ordinary first weekend for Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video and a low one for Jigra with the only consolation being that there are three open weeks till Diwali releases Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 and Singham Again arrive, due to which some sort of collections will come in the second and third week as well.

*Estimates. Final numbers awaited

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

Alia Bhatt's Jigra has scored a poor opening weekend as the film has seen a drop in collections on Sunday. After collecting Rs. 11.15 crores in two days, the film has collected in the zone of Rs. 5.75 to 6.00 crores on Sunday, taking three-day opening weekend to Rs. 17.00 crores.

It's curtains down for Jigra as the weekend trajectory is poor and the film will end up being a theatrical failure. The lifetime collections will be under the Rs. 40 crore mark and this spells trouble for all the stakeholders related to the film.

Jigra is another urban film from Dharma, which has alienated the core cinema-going audience and this was always expected when you sign an OTT director like Vasan Bala for a theatrical film. Jigra looked like a sub-par OTT film from the word go, but a certain section in the industry hyped the film prior to its release.

In reality, the teaser and trailer gave the vibe of an independent festival film, but unfortunately, even the content has not landed in the right direction. Without Alia Bhatt, the numbers would have been even worse.

The Vasan Bala directed Jigra led by Alia Bhatt has taken a slow start at the box office in India as early estimates suggest first-day business in the range of Rs. 4.75 to 5.25 crores. The film has taken an opening below the conservative expectations too, as the most pessimistic people had expected first-day business in the range of Rs. 6 to 6.50 crores.

Ideally, an Alia Bhatt film should have opened around Rs. 10 crore mark, but the slow indi feel to the teaser and trailer deserted a large section of audiences. Sadly, this is the definition of commercial cinema for the industry folks, just due to the influx of action.

Jigra will benefit by the Dussehra Holiday on Saturday and then dive to Sunday, and hence, opening weekend is expected to be in the zone of Rs. 23 to 25 crores. It’s then on the Monday test, though word of mouth seems to be mixed from the first day response.

Alia Bhatt follows Jigra up with YRF Spy Universe Film, Alpha, and that could do justice to her stardom and put up strong numbers.

Two absolutely distinct films release this Friday - Jigra and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video. Former is a serious escape drama with action whereas latter is a fun film, albeit with a naughty subject. The Alia Bhatt starrer has a more upscale theme and target audience whereas Rajkummar Rao led film is catering to aam junta in smaller towns and cities. Vasan Bala has seemingly made a film which focuses on performance and intensity whereas Raaj Shaandilyaa is aiming at fun and laughter.

All of this means that at premium multiplexes at major urban centres, Jigra will take a lead. On the other hand, at major single screens and in the interiors, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video will have an edge. Alia Bhatt is of course a major star and that will fetch her quite some eyeballs. As for Rajkummar Rao, he is on a winning run after Srikanth & Stree 2 and would be aiming at scoring a hattrick. Presence of Tripti Dimri and a couple of popular songs does help the film’s cause as well.

As a result, one can expect an overall decent to good Friday at the box office with the best collections since the release of Stree 2 two months back. There have been multiple films that have released in the interim and none has taken any sort of opening barring the dubbed release Devara (Rs.7.95 crores). Now Jigra and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video are set to take a similar start in the range of Rs. 6-8 crores each while the combined collections are set to be around Rs. 15 crores at least, which will be a breather of sorts for the exhibitors and the distributors who have been waiting patiently for something noteworthy to strike.

Devara (Hindi) has done better than expected in its first week as close to Rs. 50 crores came in. The film was released without much fanfare, and though one would have expected an event arrival for the fantasy biggie, it came like a regular big budget affair. Since this is an absolutely open season currently with nothing major arriving from Bollywood either, the film could well have been pitched in a much higher manner, something that didn’t really turn out to be the case.

Hence, one had minimal expectations from the box office response of the film, especially in the Hindi version. However, if one compares the original Telugu and the dubbed Hindi version then even though former has seen much heavier moolah coming in, especially in the opening weekend, it’s the latter which has trended better. This is just like Pushpa which opened big in Telugu but then it was the Hindi version which trended better, hence resulting in almost equal lifetime score in both the versions.

Though in case of Devara, the Telugu version will still be bigger in the final haul, the Hindi version has indeed done well enough to reach Rs. 48.27 crores already. After seeing a good rise in collections on Wednesday, Gandhi Jayanti, the film did see an expected drop on Thursday to score Rs. 2.40 crores. However, that has been good enough to take the film as close to the Rs. 50 crores mark as possible. This is an open week ahead which means a score of Rs. 17-20 crores more would be added to its total and then some more will come in till Diwali biggies arrive.

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

It was a decent Monday for Devara (Hindi) as Rs. 4.40 crores came in. On Friday, the film had collected Rs. 7.95 crores, so the drop is less than 50%, which is better than being on the other side of the mid-point.

That said, the situation would have been even better had the collections been even more stable with the drop being in the range of 30%. This would have meant that the collections stayed in Rs. 5.50 crores range and hence even by the close of week, the minimum numbers would have been around Rs. 4-4.50 crores, which would have been quite good. In this case, the numbers may end up going below the Rs. 4 crores mark on Thursday, though absence of any new Hindi release this Friday means Devara (Hindi) will continue to play on.

Also, there is Gandhi Jayanti tomorrow which means collections will regain all over again. Also, even today the collections will be stable and there is a good chance that they may turn out to be better than yesterday since evening and night shows would act like pre-weekend. So far, the film has collected Rs. 33.92 crores and the first week haul would be in the whereabouts of Rs. 45 crores.

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

Devara (Hindi) has turned out to be a success story. It had a good weekend at the box office as Rs. 29.52 crores came in. It seemed on the cards as well when the first day collections came to Rs. 7.95 crores. That had pretty much set the stage well and post that even regular growth was promising enough to ensure a healthy weekend number for the film.

No wonder, after bringing in Rs. 9.50 crores on Saturday, the film moved well to a double-digit score on Sunday, what with Rs. 12.07 crores more coming in. This has been an icing on the cake for the Telugu biggie that arrived with hardly and marketing and promotion for the Hindi version and in the process has registered decent numbers. Yes, with enhanced build up en route release, the potential was for a much bigger number since NTR Jr. is leading the show with Saif Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor in there as well.

Nonetheless, a start has been made and now it’s about consolidating from this point on. An overall good haul is round the corner and with this NTR Jr. will emerge as one of the rare heroes from south to score a half century or more in the Hindi version as well. This could well have been pitched as a Rs. 100 Crores Club affair and while that won’t happen, the fact that the film has managed to be amongst the better runners of the year is a good deal indeed.

Note: All collections as per various box office sources

The Kortala Siva film, Devara, which marked the return of NTR Jr to the big screen after the SS Rajamouli-directed RRR has shown good results at the box office in the opening weekend in Hindi. After opening at Rs. 7.95 crores on Friday, the film collected Rs. 9.50 crores on Saturday and finally, Rs. 10.75 crores on Sunday.

With this, the film is now on a very good position and the hold in collections on Monday, followed by the mid-week jump on Wednesday due to Gandhi Jayanti will decide the lifetime business. Right now, it looks like a fight to finish around the Rs. 75 crore mark in Hindi and emerge a clean hit.

NTR Jr. is all set for a long innings in Hindi, as Devara has proved that there is enough interest in the audience in North India for his feature films. While the 3-day weekend total is around the Rs. 28.25 crore mark, we need to see if Devara can hit the Rs. 4.50 crore mark on Monday, and hit a half-century in the first week.

Devara has acted as a good filler at the box office post-Stree 2, will benefit from a two week run until the release of Jigra and Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video on October 11.

The NTR Jr., Janhvi Kapoor, and Saif Ali Khan led Devara has seen a growth in business on the second day. According to early estimates, the movie has collected in the range of Rs. 9 to 9.50 crores on Saturday, taking 2-day total collections in the vicinity of Rs. 16.25 crores.

Being a mass-heavy film, there was a chance for Devara to be flat on day 2, but a 15% growth is a positive sign. The Kortala Siva directorial will now be looking to consolidate the Saturday growth with another jump on Sunday and aim at a 3-day weekend total of Rs. 27 crores.

The film released with low expectations and rather muted promotions and hence the collections are proving to be a pleasant surprise for the trade. If Devara holds well on Monday, it is poised to be a success story in Hindi. The target will be to hit the 75 crore mark by the end of this run.