The trailer for the much-anticipated Diwali release, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, has captivated audiences, introducing new layers to its intricate narrative.
Kartik Aaryan returns as Rooh Baba, embroiled in a perplexing love triangle involving Madhuri Dixit and Vidya Balan’s characters, all while he endeavors to uncover the whereabouts of the enigmatic Monjulika.
Fans react to star-studded showdown
The excitement surrounding the trailer is palpable, with fans expressing their enthusiasm across social media platforms. It opens with Aaryan’s Rooh Baba, who humorously suggests that people should leverage their encounters with ghosts rather than fear them.
The narrative quickly escalates as Vidya Balan reintroduces her iconic character Monjulika, setting the stage for an intense showdown with Dixit’s mysterious character, who harbors a dark secret.
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Fans are already dubbing this installment a surefire blockbuster, with one viewer commenting on X, “Kartik Aaryan is here for a blockbuster and horrific Diwali! Excited for the once-in-a-lifetime pairing of Vidya Balan and Madhuri Dixit as the double dose of Monjulika and Triptii Dimri. Looks beautiful.” Another fan echoed the sentiment, exclaiming, “Funtastic! Kartik Aaryan as Rooh Baba is always a treat for the audience. This time it’s bigger with Vidya Balan and Madhuri Dixit together as Monjulika!”
A keen observer noted a clever nod to director Anees Bazmee’s cult classic Welcome, remarking on a scene where Rooh Baba stands before Majnu Bhai’s iconic painting, adding a meta touch to the trailer.
Iconic Vidya-Madhuri faceoff
The trailer also teases a unique moment as Vidya Balan and Madhuri Dixit share the screen for the first time, leaving fans in awe. One viewer gushed, “I never imagined I would live to see Madhuri Dixit and Vidya Balan sharing the screen. If ‘dream come true’ had a literal meaning! Thank you, Universe!!” Enthusiasts are particularly eager for a classical dance duet between the two stars, with one fan eagerly stating, “I am so ready for this!”
With Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Vidya Balan marks her return to the horror-comedy franchise, having played the iconic Monjulika in the 2007 original alongside Akshay Kumar and Ameesha Patel. The film also stars Triptii Dimri in the lead with Vijay Raaz, Sanjay Mishra, Rajpal Yadav and Ashwini Kalsekar playing major roles.
The sequel, released in 2022, featured Tabu and Kiara Advani alongside Aaryan. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, and Murad Khetani, and directed by Anees Bazmee, the film will compete with Ajay Devgn’s Singham Again at the box office, promising an exciting showdown this Diwali.
Check out the trailer below
