Before 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3,' revisiting Kartik's top 5 openers
What's the story
Kartik Aaryan, one of Bollywood's most promising young actors, has been on a roll, delivering performances that connect with audiences and perform well at the box office.
From a newcomer to a box office draw, Aaryan's journey has been defined by several successful film releases.
As he returns to theaters with Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 on November 1, we look at his top five box-office openers.
#1
'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2' tops the list
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, a horror-comedy sequel to the 2007 hit Bhool Bhulaiyaa, remains Aaryan's highest-grossing opener with ₹14.11 crore on day one.
The film, released in 2022, presented Aaryan in a new avatar of Rooh Baba, effortlessly balancing comedy and horror.
His performance, combined with the film's gripping storyline and nostalgia factor, attracted audiences and established his star power.
#2
'Love Aaj Kal' showcased his versatility
Despite mixed reviews, Love Aaj Kal managed to pull in ₹12.40 crore on its first day, making it Aaryan's second-highest opener.
Directed by Imtiaz Ali and co-starring Sara Ali Khan, it explored themes of intense love across different generations.
Aaryan's dual roles as Veer and Raghu presented his versatility and worked well for the youth, ensuring a strong opening.
#3
'Pati Patni Aur Woh' highlighted Aaryan's comic timing
The modern retelling of the 1978 classic, Pati Patni Aur Woh, earned ₹9.10 crore on its first day.
Aaryan's portrayal of the conflicted yet endearing husband Chintu Tyagi struck a chord with the viewers.
The film's humorous take on extramarital affairs, bolstered by strong performances from Bhumi Pednekar and Ananya Panday, made it a box-office success.
A sequel is in development.
#4, #5
'Satyaprem Ki Katha' and 'Luka Chuppi' complete the top 5
Satyaprem Ki Katha, a romantic drama, opened to ₹8.25 crore.
The film's heartwarming and relevant story and Aaryan's chemistry with his co-star Kiara Advani won over audiences, making it a strong opener.
Completing the list is the comedy Luka Chuppi, which earned ₹8.01 crore on its first day.
This romantic comedy was lauded for its light-hearted take on modern relationships, with Aaryan's pairing with Kriti Sanon adding to the film's stellar opening.