Akshay Kumar's 'Bhooth Bangla' will now come on April 17
What's the story
The release of Akshay Kumar's upcoming film Bhooth Bangla has been pushed by a week, the makers announced on Thursday. The horror-comedy, produced by Ektaa Kapoor, will now hit theaters on April 17 instead of April 10. To maximize theatrical space and visibility in cinemas, paid previews for Bhooth Bangla will begin on April 16 from 9:00pm onward.
Decision rationale
Decision taken after discussions with distributors, exhibitors: Kapoor
The decision to delay Bhooth Bangla's release was made after discussions with distributors and exhibitors in key markets, Kapoor said. She emphasized that the aim was to give the film a stronger theatrical run while also supporting the broader industry ecosystem. The postponement comes in response to the phenomenal box office performance of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, which continues to dominate theaters.
Box office success
'Dhurandhar 2' dominates box office
Dhurandhar: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, and Sanjay Dutt, has emerged as one of the biggest releases in recent times. According to industry estimates, it opened to a massive ₹145 crore on day one, including preview screenings. In just two weeks, the film has reportedly crossed ₹920 crore net in India and over ₹1,460 crore worldwide.
Film details
About 'Bhooth Bangla'
Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhooth Bangla marks his reunion with Kumar after almost two decades. The duo has previously delivered popular comedy entertainers like Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and Garam Masala. The upcoming film also features an ensemble cast including Wamiqa Gabbi, Paresh Rawal, Tabu, Rajpal Yadav, Jisshu Sengupta, and Mithila Palkar in key roles.