November 6, 2024
Singham Again vs Bhool Bhulaiyaa: This Diwali, Bollywood saw a thrilling clash between two big releases: Rohit Shetty’s action-packed Singham Again starring Ajay Devgn and Anees Bazmee’s horror-comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 with Kartik Aaryan. As both movies closed their first four days at the box office, fans eagerly waited to see who would pass the all-important Monday test. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the box office performance over the opening weekend and the crucial Day 4 figures.
Day 1: Strong Start with Singham Again in the Lead
Both movies enjoyed a high-energy debut on Day 1, capitalizing on the Diwali holiday. Singham Again took a strong early lead, collecting ₹43.5 crore at the domestic box office, surpassing Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, which earned ₹35.5 crore on opening day. This solid start helped Singham Again build a head start.
Day 2: Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Sees a Boost While Singham Again Dips
On the second day, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 saw a minor uptick in collections, reaching ₹37 crore with a 4.23% increase. Meanwhile, Singham Again experienced a slight drop, with collections totaling ₹42.5 crore, a 2.3% decline. Despite this dip, Singham Again continued to maintain its lead over Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
Day 3: Weekend Slump for Both Films Singham Again vs Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
By Sunday, both films witnessed declines in collections. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 dropped to ₹33.5 crore, a 9.46% decrease, while Singham Again faced a steeper drop of 15.88%, collecting ₹35.75 crore. Though the dip was more pronounced for Singham Again, it held onto a slim margin above Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 for the day.
Day 4: Monday Test – A Tie in Collections
On Monday, both Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 brought in the same amount – ₹17.5 crore each – indicating that audience interest stabilized after the weekend rush. This tie on Day 4 reflects the sustained popularity of both films, though neither could gain a decisive edge as the week began.
Four-Day Box Office Totals
At the end of four days, Singham Again amassed ₹139.25 crore net at the domestic box office, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 trailed with ₹123.5 crore. Singham Again thus maintained a lead with a total difference of ₹15.75 crore in India.
Worldwide Box Office: Singham Again Takes the Edge
The worldwide figures further accentuate the lead for Singham Again. With ₹40 crore from overseas markets, Singham Again achieved a total of ₹186 crore gross globally. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 earned ₹36 crore from international screens, bringing its global total to ₹163.2 crore. This difference in worldwide earnings highlights Singham Again’s broader appeal.
Conclusion: Singham Again Edges Ahead
After the first four days, Singham Again has emerged as the stronger performer, both domestically and globally. While Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has maintained a solid presence and performed commendably on Monday, Singham Again’s consistent lead has positioned it as the frontrunner in this Diwali box office showdown. The coming days will reveal if either film can maintain momentum and secure a long-lasting position in theaters.
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