In Bollywood, certain film titles appear to carry an unintended curse, leading to box office failure despite the presence of big stars and substantial production efforts. While success in the film industry is multifaceted and depends on various factors like script, direction, music, and timing, the repetition of certain names coinciding with unsuccessful films has sparked curiosity and speculation.

Aashiqui: The "Aashiqui" franchise is known for its romantic cinema and soulful music. The first film, Aashiqui (1990), starring Rahul Roy and Anu Aggarwal, became a commercial success, with its soundtrack selling 20 million units. However, the success was not sustained by the lead actors. Rahul Roy's career declined after Aashiqui, and Anu Aggarwal faced personal tragedy and memory loss after an accident. Aashiqui 2 (2013), starring Aditya Roy Kapur and Shraddha Kapoor, was also a commercial success, but Aditya Roy Kapur's subsequent solo lead films failed to replicate the same success. The "Aashiqui curse" suggests that the lead actors of these films often face career downturns or personal tragedies.

Mohabbat: The word "Mohabbat" (love or romance) has been used in several Bollywood film titles, with varying degrees of success. Mohabbat (1985), starring Anil Kapoor and Vijayta Pandit, was a remake of a Tamil film. The film revolves around Shekhar and Roopa, who want to marry but face obstacles due to dowry demands. Mohabbat (1997), starring Madhuri Dixit, Sanjay Kapoor, and Akshaye Khanna, tells the story of two friends who fall in love with the same woman. The film was a box office failure. Despite the presence of Madhuri Dixit, the film didn't perform well.

Pyaar: Bollywood loves using the word "Pyaar" (love) in movie titles because love is a strong concept in Indian films. Numerous films feature "Pyaar" in their titles, such as Pyaar Impossible! and Pyaar Ke Side Effects. These films explore various aspects of love, but their box office performance has varied.

Betaab: Betaab (1983), starring Sunny Deol and Amrita Singh in their debut roles, was a commercial success and one of the biggest hits of the year. The film was the second highest-grossing Indian film of 1983. However, it's important to note that while Betaab was a hit, not all films with similar-sounding titles or themes have achieved the same level of success. The film is a love story between two youngsters from different backgrounds.

Mujra: "Mujra" is a dance form that has been depicted in Bollywood films. Films like Mughal-e-Azam (1960) and Pakeezah (1972) showcased mujra. These films depict the culture of the Mughal era.

While the recurrence of these names in Bollywood film titles might seem like a jinx, it is more likely a combination of other elements. The success of a film depends on various factors, and a title alone cannot determine its fate.