Sat Nov 02 19:14:00 UTC 2024: ## “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” Scares Up Massive Opening Day Collection, Outperforming “Singham Again” on Diwali

**Mumbai, India:** The much-anticipated horror-comedy “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” has taken the box office by storm on its opening day, Diwali, earning a whopping ₹36.60 crore (approximately $4.5 million USD). The film, starring Kartik Aaryan, Kiara Advani, and Tabu, has seen strong audience response and impressive advance booking numbers, exceeding expectations.

Trade analysts predict that the film, directed by Anees Bazmee, is on track to become one of the highest-earning films of the year, particularly due to the long Diwali weekend. The film’s opening day collection surpasses its predecessor “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2,” which saw a more modest ₹14 crore on its opening day.

Meanwhile, “Singham Again,” the latest installment in the popular action franchise starring Ajay Devgn, has fallen short of expectations with an estimated opening day collection of ₹27.06 crore. While the film’s official numbers are yet to be released, early estimates suggest that “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” has taken the lead on Diwali.

Early reports suggest that the occupancy rate for “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” was around 75.30% across India. The film’s strong performance is attributed to its captivating story, stellar performances, and the festive spirit of Diwali.

With a strong opening day and the potential for a lucrative Diwali weekend, “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3” is poised to become a box office success. The film’s impressive opening day collection signals that audiences are eager for a mix of horror and comedy, and Kartik Aaryan continues to be a popular draw at the box office.

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