As Diwali 2024 approaches, Bollywood fans are gearing up for an electrifying box office clash between two major franchise films: Ajay Devgn's 'Singham Again' and Kartik Aaryan's 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3'. Directed by Rohit Shetty, 'Singham Again' is making waves with impressive advance bookings, firmly positioning itself ahead of its spooky competitor.

'Singham Again' Leads in Pre-Sales with High Demand in UAE

The buzz surrounding 'Singham Again' has intensified with the film's advance booking launch in the UAE. With its action-packed teasers and a reputation as a franchise powerhouse, the cop drama has garnered strong pre-sales. According to the latest reports, 'Singham Again' has already recorded INR 6.6 lakhs in pre-sales revenue from 64 shows at VOX Cinemas, with an impressive 505 tickets sold. This marks a promising start, as the Ajay Devgn-led film enjoys 84% higher pre-sales revenue than 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.'

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' Struggles to Match the Hype in Advance Bookings

In contrast, 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' directed by Anees Bazmee and featuring Kartik Aaryan in the lead, has shown a more modest start in advance bookings. With pre-sales of INR 35.93 lakhs and 269 tickets sold across 64 shows in the UAE, Bazmee's horror-comedy sequel trails significantly. Despite its predecessor's success, 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' has yet to match the robust advance sales of 'Singham Again,' reflecting a roughly 87% deficit in ticket sales compared to the action-packed cop drama.

Star-Studded Cast Fuels Hype for 'Singham Again'

A major factor driving excitement for 'Singham Again' is its star-studded ensemble cast, featuring Bollywood heavyweights like Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Arjun Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, and Jackie Shroff. The film, which is the third entry in the 'Singham' series and the fifth in Rohit Shetty's cop universe, promises a thrilling cinematic experience for fans. The movie's trailer, released on October 7, quickly went viral, adding to the hype surrounding this highly anticipated release.

'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3': Kartik Aaryan's Horror Comedy Faces Tough Competition

Despite the competition, 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' brings its own star power to the table, with a cast that includes Vidya Balan, Triptii Dimri, Madhuri Dixit, Vijay Raaz, Rajpal Yadav, and Sanjay Mishra. As the third film in the 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa' series, the film has a dedicated fanbase and a legacy in the horror-comedy genre. However, given 'Singham Again's' strong start in pre-sales, 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' will have to rely heavily on positive word of mouth and audience turnout on the release day to keep pace.

The Diwali 2024 Box Office Showdown: What to Expect

The competition between these two blockbuster franchises is set to be fierce as both films hit theaters on November 1, 2024. While 'Singham Again' currently holds a clear lead in advance bookings and ticket sales, 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' could see a boost with strategic promotions and fan support closer to the release date. With both films bringing unique elements to the Diwali line-up, audiences are in for a treat, whether they're fans of adrenaline-fueled action or thrilling horror-comedy.

As the final days before release draw near, the clash between 'Singham Again' and 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3' is building momentum, promising an epic showdown that could reshape Diwali 2024's box office landscape.