Kartik Aaryan’s latest horror-comedy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, has surpassed Rs.200 crore in worldwide box office collections within just five days of release, solidifying the actor’s place in the coveted Rs.200-crore club once again. This marks Aaryan’s second entry into this league, with his previous film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, released two years prior, also achieving a similar milestone.
After gathering Rs.187 crore worldwide over its initial four days, the film added Rs.20.50 crore on Tuesday alone, with Rs.13.50 crore coming from the domestic box office. This brings the domestic total to Rs.165 crore gross, while overseas markets have contributed ₹43 crore (slightly above $5 million), culminating in a global gross of Rs.208 crore so far.
Given its strong momentum, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is projected to surpass Rs.250 crore by the end of its second weekend, setting it on course to outdo Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’s lifetime earnings of Rs.266 crore—Aaryan’s highest-grossing film to date. The film has seen impressive turnout during the Diwali holiday, with 70-75% occupancy in its first three days. Despite tough competition from Rohit Shetty’s Singham Again, which enjoyed a larger screen count upon release, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has steadily closed the gap.
About Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
Directed by Anees Bazmee, this third entry in the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise reunites Kartik Aaryan from the second film with Vidya Balan, who starred in the original. The movie also features Madhuri Dixit and Triptii Dimri, blending elements of horror and comedy. While the film has received mixed reviews, with praise for its climax and performances, some critics have highlighted issues with its comedic elements and length.
