The Diwali 2024 releases, Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, have achieved impressive box office numbers, nearing a combined total of Rs 400 crore in India. Both films, which have performed strongly over their first two weekends, are set to cross this milestone shortly. While Singham Again is leading the pack, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is showing remarkable success, with both films positioned to deliver a big win for exhibitors across the country.

Significant Box Office Numbers for Diwali Hits

At the end of their second weekend, Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 collectively earned about Rs 392 crore in India. Directed by Rohit Shetty and starring Ajay Devgn, Singham Again grossed Rs 193 crore in its 10-day run. Meanwhile, the Kartik Aaryan-led horror comedy Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, directed by Anees Bazmee, brought in Rs 189.75 crore in the same period. Both films are now closing in on the Rs 200 crore club, and it is expected that by the end of this week, they will have crossed Rs 400 crore together in India.

Despite the competitive Diwali release window, both films have performed admirably, with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 especially standing out by almost matching the collections of the larger Singham Again. The success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is noteworthy, considering it is operating on a smaller budget than Singham Again and is now in a position to potentially surpass it in the long run.

Performance and Projections for Both Films

Looking at the weekend box office breakdown, Singham Again earned Rs 8 crore on the second Friday, followed by Rs 12 crore on Saturday and Rs 14.25 crore on Sunday. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 performed slightly better in comparison, grossing Rs 9 crore on Friday, Rs 15 crore on Saturday, and Rs 17 crore on Sunday.

Given the current trajectory, both films are likely to continue performing well in the weeks ahead. While Singham Again is projected to end its run between Rs 225 crore and Rs 250 crore, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is expected to reach Rs 255 crore or higher, securing its status as a super hit.

Outlook for Box Office Success

In a Diwali season that typically sees high competition for audience attention, the combined performance of these two films is particularly noteworthy. Both are on track to achieve a final box office business of Rs 450 crore to Rs 500 crore in India. This would mark a successful Diwali for film exhibitors, particularly considering the challenges posed by the release overlap. Despite the clash at the box office, both films are likely to make up for any early losses through sustained performance over the coming weeks.

For Singham Again, which has a significantly higher budget, this is expected to be a more modest success, with projections indicating an average to semi-hit outcome. The film needs to gross at least Rs 255 crore to attain the hit status, which is still possible, but not guaranteed. However, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has already delivered exceptional results for its investment, and its continued strong performance could see it outperforming Singham Again over time.

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