In an exciting turn of events, acclaimed actor Vidya Balan has announced her return to the beloved Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise, reprising her iconic role of Manjulika in the upcoming film, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. At a recent event in Mumbai, where she launched the song *Ami Je Tomar 3.0*, Vidya candidly discussed her initial hesitations about revisiting this celebrated character and the journey that ultimately led her to embrace the third installment.
Producer Bhushan Kumar shared that Vidya had originally declined the opportunity to be part of *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2*. “I had approached Vidya ji for *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2*, but she had refused,” he revealed. However, during the trailer launch, Bhushan noted that Vidya was so impressed by the film that she agreed to post about it on her social media. Her enthusiasm for the project sparked a commitment to join the third film, solidifying her place in the franchise.
Vidya elaborated on her initial reluctance to take on the sequel, citing the immense pressure she felt following the success of the first film. “The only reason I didn’t do *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2* was that I wanted to work on *Bhool Bhulaiyaa* again, but I was scared because *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 1* has given me so much. I thought, ‘What if I end up messing everything this time?’ I told Anees (Bazmee) bhai that I couldn’t take the risk,” she explained.
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The turning point came when she was presented with the script for the third film. Vidya expressed her excitement, saying, “When they came back to me with *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3*, I loved the script. I was dying to work with Anees Bhai and Bhushan again, and it only kept getting better.”
Another significant factor that influenced her decision was the inclusion of Bollywood diva Madhuri Dixit in the cast. Vidya shared, “Of course, there was Kartik (Aaryan), and I loved *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2*. The icing on the cake was Madhuri Dixit. I gathered the courage to do it, and I had a great time.”
As she spoke about the project, Vidya praised director Anees Bazmee for his ability to create entertaining films. “I will say this, he (Anees Bazmee) is the king of entertainment. To have had the opportunity to work with him on this was magical,” she remarked.
With a compelling storyline and a star-studded cast, *Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3* is already generating buzz among fans. Vidya’s return as Manjulika promises to bring back the chills and thrills that captivated audiences in the original film. As the release date approaches, expectations are soaring for this next chapter in the beloved franchise, which aims to blend horror with humor while delivering the signature charm that fans have come to love.
As anticipation builds, Vidya Balan’s journey of overcoming her fears and embracing her iconic role serves as a testament to her commitment to her craft and her passion for entertaining audiences. The film is set to release soon, and fans are eagerly awaiting the chance to see her return to the eerie and enchanting world of Bhool Bhulaiyaa.
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