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The Diwali weekend in Bollywood was a roaring success, with two major releases, Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, setting the box office ablaze. Despite the direct clash, both films managed to captivate audiences and achieve phenomenal numbers, demonstrating the enduring power of star power and compelling narratives. The combined opening weekend gross for the two films reached a staggering Rs 227 crore, indicating a strong resurgence in the Hindi film industry.
Ajay Devgn's Singham Again, the latest installment in the popular cop-action franchise, not only delivered a smashing opening weekend but also shattered several records. The film surpassed the opening day collection of its predecessor, Singham Returns, achieving the biggest opening day for Ajay Devgn's career. It also marked Rohit Shetty's biggest opening day at the box office, solidifying his position as a powerhouse director in the action genre. Adding to its achievements, Singham Again registered the biggest opening weekend for Ajay Devgn, surpassing the eight-year-old record set by Golmaal Again. The film's performance makes it the second-biggest opening weekend for a Bollywood film in India this year, narrowly trailing Stree 2.
On the other hand, Kartik Aaryan's Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, the third film in the horror-comedy franchise, also delivered a remarkable opening weekend performance. The film achieved the biggest opening day for Kartik Aaryan, surpassing his previous record with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2. This marked his first Rs 30 crore opener at the domestic box office. Moreover, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 crossed the Rs 100 crore mark in its opening weekend, a first for Kartik Aaryan's career. The film also recorded the biggest opening weekend in the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise, solidifying its position as a box office juggernaut.
The combined impact of Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 was evident in the box office numbers. On November 2nd, the two films together delivered a single-day business of Rs 80.50 crore, surpassing any other Hindi film's single-day collection. This achievement underscores the potent combination of star power, genre appeal, and audience anticipation that fueled the success of both releases.
While the opening weekend performance is undoubtedly a testament to the film's popularity and potential, the true test for these films lies in their ability to sustain momentum in the coming weeks. The weekday box office will be crucial in determining the films' overall success and staying power. The audience reception and critical acclaim will be instrumental in influencing the trajectory of these films and their ultimate impact on the box office landscape.
Source: Singham Again vs Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 box office records: Both films on winning spree