Haunted 3D’s Box Office Performance
Vikram Bhatt’s Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past has turned out to be the dark horse of June 2026 releases. The horror sequel, produced by Anand Pandit, Javed Khan King, and Shwetambari Bhatt, has left many trade analysts surprised with its steady run at the ticket windows. Despite facing competition from bigger star vehicles, the film managed to hold its ground and even outperformed Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga.
According to early estimates, the film collected around Rs 3.25 crore net on its second day, marking a 30% jump from its opening day of Rs 2.50 crore. With Sunday numbers expected to be around Rs 3 crore, the three-day total stands at approximately Rs 5.85 crore. Single screens and multiplexes in Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad reported occupancy of 31.9%, proving that horror still has a loyal fanbase in Hindi-speaking markets.
Social Media Buzz and Audience Reaction
Horror lovers on social media have been going gaga over the film’s spooky atmosphere and old-school scares. Many viewers took to X (formerly Twitter) to call it a ‘must-watch for supernatural thriller fans’. The 3D presentation and background score have also received special mention, with fans saying it enhances the theatrical experience like ghar ki murgi dal barabar — but in a good way.
While some critics pointed out that the film relies on familiar horror tropes, the overall reaction has been more positive than expected. Audiences have appreciated the suspenseful storytelling and the performances by Mahaakshay Chakraborty, Chetna Pande, Gaurav Bajpai, Hemant Pandey, and Praneet Bhat. The film’s franchise value and genre appeal seem to be working in its favour, keeping the cash registers ringing.
What’s Next for the Horror Sequel
With a decent opening weekend in the bag, all eyes are now on the film’s weekday performance. Trade experts believe that if the positive word-of-mouth continues, Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past could cross the Rs 10 crore mark in its first week. The horror genre traditionally enjoys strong support in Hindi-speaking regions, and the film’s 3D presentation gives it an edge over usual releases.
Produced by Anand Pandit and presented by Mahesh Bhatt, the sequel has already emerged as the best performer among this week’s Hindi releases, beating Bharat Bhagya Vidhata and Governor as well. Industry sources suggest that the film’s long-term stability will depend on how it holds up on weekdays, but for now, Vikram Bhatt’s horror universe seems to be alive and kicking. Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past is currently playing in theatres near you — if you dare to watch it in 3D, toh maza aa jayega!