The horror-comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is performing strongly at the box office during its opening weekend despite tough competition from Singham Again and mixed reviews. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 follows the 2022 hit Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, directed by Anees Bazmee and starring Kartik Aaryan, which earned INR 185.92 crore in India and was declared a blockbuster. The threequel, also directed by Bazmee and led by Aaryan, appears to be on a similar path, given its impressive first-weekend collections. ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ Movie Review: Kartik Aaryan’s Mildy Intriguing Horror-Comedy is Haunted By Knotty Writing, Outdated Humour and CGI Spooks!

According to official figures from the producers, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has netted INR 110.20 crore in India—a career-best opening weekend for Kartik Aaryan. This figure surpasses the opening weekend earnings of its predecessor, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, which made INR 55.96 crore.

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' Opening Weekend Collections

The stark difference in collections is notable, especially considering the stiff competition trying to cut into its box office share. The movie also stars Madhuri Dixit, Vidya Balan and Triptii Dimri.

Kartik Aaryan’s Top 5 Opening Weekend Earners:

1. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 - INR 110.20 crore

2. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 - INR 55.96 crore

3. Satyaprem Ki Katha - INR 37.35 crore

4. Pati Patni Aur Woh - INR 35.94 crore

5. Luka Chuppi - INR 32.13 crore

With no major Hindi releases scheduled for the coming week, it remains to be seen whether Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 can surpass the lifetime earnings of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 in India and even cross the INR 200 crore mark, which would make it Kartik Aaryan’s first film to do so. However, would that alone be enough for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 to be considered a hit? ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’: Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’ Cameo in Kartik Aaryan’s Horror-Comedy? Know the Truth About This Leaked Video That’s Going Viral!

The Budget of 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3'

Some reports suggest that Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 was made on a budget of around INR 150 crore. If true, the film would need to net approximately INR 190 crore to be deemed a hit. Currently, the movie's worldwide gross earnings stand at INR 166.95 crore.

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