Bhooth Bangla Arrives Early: Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan's Horror-Comedy Preponed to April 10, 2026
The much-anticipated reunion of Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan is set to hit the silver screen sooner than expected. In an official announcement shared by the production house, the release date for the upcoming horror-comedy, Bhooth Bangla, has been moved forward by over a month. Originally scheduled for a mid-summer release on May 15, 2026, the makers have now officially locked a worldwide theatrical arrival for April 10, 2026. Bhooth Bangla ka countdown rewind! ⏪15 May ❌10 April ✅Milte hain theatres mein 🎬#BhoothBangla@priyadarshandir @akshaykumar @SirPareshRawal @rajpalofficial #Tabu #WamiqaGabbi Produced by @balajimotionpic & #CapeOfGoodFilms #ShobhaKapoor @EktaaRKapoor pic.twitter.com/v0C7w99JJe— BalajiMotionPictures (@balajimotionpic) February 7, 2026 This project marks a significant milestone in Indian cinema as it brings together the iconic duo responsible for cult classics like Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and De Dana Dan. After a gap of 14 years since their last collaboration in Khatta Meetha (2010), the duo returns to the horror-comedy genre, a space they previously dominated with the original Bhool Bhulaiyaa. The decision to arrive early in April suggests a strategic move to capitalize on the lucrative summer holiday window and the extended holiday period around that month. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) The film is produced by a powerhouse team including Akshay Kumar himself, alongside Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor of Balaji Telefilms. It is co-produced by Faara Sheikh and Vedant Vikaas Baali. While specific plot details remain under wraps, the title and genre indicate a return to the classic Priyadarshan style of ensemble comedy blended with supernatural elements. In addition to his much-awaited collaboration with Priyadarshan, Akshay Kumar's 2026 slate continues to look formidable with other high-profile projects. Following the April arrival of Bhooth Bangla, the actor is set to headline the massive action-comedy Welcome To The Jungle. Directed by Ahmed Khan, this star-studded entertainer is currently scheduled to hit the big screen on June 26, 2026, marking a packed first half of the year for the superstar at the box office. With the new release date of April 10, 2026, the promotional campaign for Bhooth Bangla is expected to kick off earlier than planned. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if the duo can recreate the box-office magic that made them one of the most successful actor-director pairings in Bollywood history.
