IIFA 2025: Kartik Aaryan wins Best Actor award for 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3'
At the IIFA 2025 awards, Kartik Aaryan was honoured with the prestigious Best Actor (Male) award for his performance as Rooh Baba in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
His acceptance speech not only moved the audience but also reflected on the trials and triumphs that shaped his career, especially his association with the Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise.
"I don't have words right now. I am not Chandu, I am the champion. I know this is not an award for that film, but I have the same feeling," he began, referencing his role from the movie Chandu Champion.
"The whole journey with Bhool Bhulaiyaa has been full of thorns," he continued, recalling the doubts and questions that arose when he first joined the franchise.
"From the beginning, when I was cast for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, people questioned whether I could carry the film on my shoulders. And even during Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, we didn't know if we would succeed on the big day," he said.
Despite the challenges, he expressed his gratitude to his fans.
"Thank you to the audience for always supporting the entire franchise and for giving so much love to both Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3. This year, when the film was released during Diwali 2024, we were incredibly happy to see the love it received."
Aaryan's emotional tribute continued as he thanked the film's director, Anees Bazmee, for giving him the role of Rooh Baba. "A big thank you to Anees Bazmee sir for creating such a huge character, Rooh Baba, which has truly become a legacy across generations," he said.
Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is his biggest box-office success.
Looking ahead, Aaryan expressed excitement for his upcoming projects.
"The biggest thank you also goes to the team behind Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, and I'm excited to take on new roles," he shared.
Fans are eagerly anticipating his next films, including Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri, directed by Sameer Vidwans and produced by Dharma Productions.
The rom-com, set for a 2026 release, promises to be a fresh and humorous love story.
Additionally, Aaryan is all set to star in Aashiqui 3, helmed by Anurag Basu.
The romantic drama, which features a fresh pairing with South actress Sreeleela, is expected to hit theatres on Diwali 2025.
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