Anees Bazmee Claims ‘Singham Again’ Team Pushes for Diwali Release Despite ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’ Announcement, Says Film Clashes Are Never Wise. The director expressed frustration, emphasizing that while his project was announced first, the competition for a Diwali slot could lead to an unnecessary clash, something he believes is bad for business and audiences alike.
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Singham vs Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3
Ajay Devgn’s “Singham Again” is set to collide with Kartik Aaryan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 this Diwali, creating buzz among fans. However, behind the scenes, producers and distributors are scrambling to avoid the clash. BB3 director Anees Bazmee, in a recent interview with Mid-day, emphasized that box office clashes are rarely beneficial and expressed frustration, noting that despite announcing the date earlier, he has little control over the situation.
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When asked if he had personally addressed the release date clash with his longtime collaborator Ajay Devgn, Anees Bazmee responded, “Why should I talk to him? It’s a business decision between producers, and I’m just the director. Singham Again’s team is insisting on a Diwali release. Clashes are never a good idea. We announced Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3’s release date a year ago, but what can we do?
Anees Bazmee emphasized that a good film doesn’t need a specific release date to succeed, stating he’s not one to focus on box-office numbers or dates. Interestingly, two of his longtime collaborators, Ajay Devgn and Akshay Kumar, are making special appearances in Singham Again. Bazmee has a history with Devgn, having worked together on films like Hulchul, Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha, and Deewangee. Despite their professional bond, Bazmee made it clear that the release clash is a decision left to the producers.
Anees Bazmee, who has also teamed up with Akshay Kumar on hits like Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Welcome (2007), Singh Is Kinng, and Thank You (2011), remains unfazed by the potential clash. He commented, “Both films are looking good, so both can perform well at the box office. Ajay, Akshay, and Rohit are dear friends. They know Anees bhai will never ask them to change a movie’s date. I’ve never done that. Each film has its own destiny.” Despite the situation, Bazmee trusts in the strength of the films and the relationships involved.
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