From ‘Singham 3’ to ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3,’ this Diwali promises five big releases lighting up the box office!
This Diwali is shaping up to be a film lover’s delight, just as it is every year. The festival season consistently draws big-budget releases, with filmmakers aiming to lock the big day for releases. This year is no different, as top-tier actors from Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil cinema bring their highly anticipated films to the screens. From action-packed thrillers to exciting sequels of fan favorites, the lineup promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. With these major releases on the horizon, the Diwali box office is set for a spectacular celebration.
The Rohit Shetty Cop Universe returns with a bang in ‘Singham Again,’ starring Ajay Devgn in the iconic title role. Joining him is a star-studded ensemble, including Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh, Akshay Kumar, Deepika Padukone, Tiger Shroff, Arjun Kapoor, and Jackie Shroff. As the fifth installment of Shetty's Cop Universe and a direct sequel to ‘Singham Returns’ (2014), this film promises high-octane action and gripping drama. Notably, it also marks Shetty’s debut as a writer. ‘Singham Again’ is all set to hit theaters on November 1, kicking off the festive season.
The ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ franchise, known for its superhit blockbusters in the first two installments, is back with a highly anticipated third chapter. Set to release on November 1, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ is a comedy-horror film directed by Anees Bazmee. This time, the film stars Kartik Aaryan, Vidya Balan, Madhuri Dixit, and Triptii Dimri, promising a thrilling mix of humor and spooky twists. Set in Kolkata, West Bengal, the movie is expected to deliver another unforgettable chapter.
The Tamil fantasy action film ‘Kanguva,’ written and directed by Siva, promises an epic cinematic experience. Starring Suriya in dual roles, the film features a stellar ensemble cast including Bobby Deol, Disha Patani, Jagapathi Babu, and others in supporting roles. Set in an ancient world, ‘Kanguva’ blends period drama with action-packed fantasy.
The Telugu drama-thriller ‘Lucky Bashkar,’ written and directed by Venky Atluri, stars Dulquer Salmaan in the titular role, supported by Meenakshi Chaudhary, Ayesha Khan, Hyper Aadi, and P. Sai Kumar. Set in the 1980s, the film delves into the mysterious wealth of a banker, setting a gripping tale of suspense. Initially slated for a September 27, 2024 release, the film was rescheduled twice to avoid box-office clashes and now has a worldwide release date of October 31, 2024, just in time for Diwali. Fans can expect an engaging story in this much-awaited film.
‘Zebra’ is another upcoming Telugu-language financial crime thriller written and directed by Eashvar Karthic, set to release on October 31. The film boasts an ensemble cast including Satyadev, Daali Dhananjaya, Sathyaraj, Priya Bhavani Shankar, and Amrutha Iyengar in lead roles. Set against the backdrop of high-stakes financial crime, the plot follows two fierce rivals locked in a tense and thrilling battle.