The Diwali 2024 box office saw the clash of two Bollywood giants: Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Both films kicked off with massive collections over the long holiday weekend, but as the weekend settled, the true test of endurance came on Monday. Fans are eager to know: Singham Again vs Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, who came out on top in the Monday test?
Let’s dive deep into the box office journey of these two much-anticipated blockbusters and see how they fared over their first four days, especially on the crucial fourth day.
Singham Again vs Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: Day 1 – Who Had the Stronger Start?
Both Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 kicked off with impressive numbers. On Day 1, Singham Again took a significant lead by collecting ₹43.5 crore, surpassing Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s opening day figure of ₹35.5 crore.
Ajay Devgn’s action-packed sequel, directed by Rohit Shetty, was expected to perform exceptionally well, and it didn’t disappoint. Meanwhile, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, led by Kartik Aaryan, opened strong but couldn’t keep pace with the juggernaut that is Singham Again.
Key Takeaways from Day 1:
- Singham Again: ₹43.5 crore
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: ₹35.5 crore
- Singham Again outperformed Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 by ₹8 crore on Day 1.
Day 2: Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s Comeback Attempt
On Day 2, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 saw a slight uptick in collections, rising by 4.23% to ₹37 crore. The film’s mix of horror and comedy resonated well with audiences, particularly families and younger viewers. Singham Again, on the other hand, witnessed a small 2.30% decline, bringing in ₹42.5 crore.
Despite this dip, Singham Again maintained its lead over Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, but the gap was narrowing.
Key Takeaways from Day 2:
- Singham Again: ₹42.5 crore
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: ₹37 crore
- The gap between the two films reduced slightly, with Singham Again holding a ₹5.5 crore lead on Day 2.
Day 3: The Sunday Slump for Both Films
Both films saw a decline on Sunday, Day 3. This isn’t uncommon as many moviegoers had already flocked to theaters over the weekend. Singham Again experienced a steeper drop, falling by 15.88% and collecting ₹35.75 crore. Meanwhile, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 also dipped, though by a lesser percentage (9.46%), earning ₹33.5 crore.
While Singham Again continued to lead in overall collections, the gap between the two films shrunk even further.
Key Takeaways from Day 3:
- Singham Again: ₹35.75 crore
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: ₹33.5 crore
- Both films saw a drop, but Singham Again still had the upper hand going into Monday.
Day 4: The Monday Test – Who Passed?
The real test for any film comes on Monday, when the weekend rush dies down, and the weekday grind begins. Early estimates suggest that both Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 leveled off, each collecting ₹17.5 crore on Day 4. This equal performance on Monday indicates that both films managed to sustain significant interest despite the end of the holiday weekend.
Key Takeaways from Day 4:
- Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: Both films earned ₹17.5 crore each on Monday.
- Neither film took a major hit, showing strong weekday endurance.
Total Box Office Collections After 4 Days
After the first four days, here’s how the numbers stack up:
- Singham Again: ₹139.25 crore (domestic)
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: ₹123.50 crore (domestic)
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has closed the gap, but Singham Again still leads with ₹15.75 crore more in domestic earnings. However, when looking at overseas collections, Singham Again brought in ₹40 crore internationally, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 earned ₹36 crore. Worldwide, Singham Again sits at ₹186 crore gross, with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 trailing at ₹163.2 crore gross.
Worldwide Box Office: Global Appeal of Both Films
Both films are not only performing well domestically but also showing strong appeal in international markets. Singham Again, being part of the popular Singham franchise, has garnered immense attention abroad, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s unique horror-comedy mix has resonated globally as well.
Key Worldwide Figures:
- Singham Again: ₹186 crore gross (₹139.25 crore domestic, ₹40 crore overseas)
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: ₹163.2 crore gross (₹123.50 crore domestic, ₹36 crore overseas)
Which Film Will Emerge as the Ultimate Box Office Champion?
It’s still early in the race to declare a winner between Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Both films have shown remarkable resilience at the box office, and with no major releases in the immediate future, they have the potential to continue raking in strong collections over the coming weeks.
Final Thoughts:
- Singham Again leads the box office in both domestic and global collections.
- Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is quickly catching up and could still close the gap.
Which one will reign supreme in the long run? Only time will tell, but for now, Singham Again holds the crown.
FAQ:
1. Which movie collected more on Day 1 – Singham Again or Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3?
Singham Again led with ₹43.5 crore compared to Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s ₹35.5 crore.
2. How much did both films collect on Day 4?
Both films earned ₹17.5 crore each on Monday.
3. Who leads in the total box office collection after four days?
Singham Again leads with ₹139.25 crore domestically, while Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 has collected ₹123.50 crore.
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