Vidya Balan shares a special connection with the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise. Seventeen years ago, her portrayal of the haunting character Manjulika in Priyadarshan’s horror-comedy earned her widespread acclaim, turning the role into a cult classic. Now, Vidya is all set to make a grand return as Manjulika in the much-awaited Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. Fans got a thrilling glimpse of her in the recently-released trailer, sparking excitement across social media.

Vidya Balan Opens Up About Her Return as Manjulika

The electrifying trailer for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 was unveiled on Wednesday at Jaipur’s Raj Mandir Cinema, with the star-studded cast, including Kartik Aaryan and Vidya Balan, in attendance. During the press conference, Vidya spoke candidly about reprising her iconic role after 17 years. She shared, “After 17 years, I am stepping back into the shoes of Manjulika. The love this character has received has been overwhelming, and I’m thrilled. But I’ll be even more overjoyed if people continue to shower me with love for the next 17 years.”

Her comeback to the franchise has been the talk of social media, with fans praising her look and performance in the new trailer.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3: Release Date and Cast

Directed by Anees Bazmee, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is set to release in theaters on Diwali, November 1. The multi-starrer film features Kartik Aaryan, Tripti Dimri, Vidya Balan, and Madhuri Dixit, promising an exciting cinematic experience for fans of the horror-comedy genre.