Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan Reunite for the Horror-Comedy 'Bhooth Bangla'

Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan are reuniting for the much-anticipated horror-comedy film 'Bhooth Bangla'. The first song from the movie, 'Ram Ji Aake Bhala Karenge', has just been released, showcasing a blend of humor and spooky elements. Armaan Malik, who sings the track, shares his excitement about collaborating with the iconic duo. The film draws inspiration from Indian mythology and is set to release on April 10. With a star-studded cast and a unique storyline, 'Bhooth Bangla' promises to be an entertaining experience for audiences.

By Narendra Chaudhary Feb 27, 2026, 00:10 IST

Exciting Reunion of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan

After years of anticipation, Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan are back together for the upcoming horror-comedy film, Bhooth Bangla. The first song from the movie, titled Ram Ji Aake Bhala Karenge, was released today across various social media platforms. This track sets the tone for the eerie yet humorous world of Bhooth Bangla. While the song features a spooky ambiance, Akshay infuses his signature comedic style. The visuals are quirky and have taken many by surprise. The song is performed by Armaan Malik and Aarvan (Dev Arijit).

Armaan Malik Shares His Experience

Armaan Malik on singing Bhooth Bangla song Ram Ji Aake Bhala Karenge

In a recent statement, Armaan Malik expressed his excitement about contributing to Ram Ji Aake Bhala Karenge for Bhooth Bangla. He mentioned, “Collaborating again with the legendary Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan makes this project even more meaningful. There’s a nostalgic energy that comes with this collaboration. I always enjoy bringing to life the lyrics penned by my favorite Kumaar, who has given us iconic songs like ‘Main Hoon Hero Tera’ and ‘Sau Aasmaan’. It feels like returning home.” The song is composed by Pritam, with lyrics by Kumaar, and features a rap segment by Mellow D.

Script Origins and Inspirations

Was Bhooth Bangla's script originally meant for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2?

In a prior interview, Priyadarshan revealed that Bhooth Bangla is inspired by Indian mythology and elements of black magic, drawing from ancient texts such as the Vedas and the Mahabharata. His aim is to merge horror and comedy with supernatural elements. There were speculations that Bhooth Bangla was the original script intended for Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, which starred Tabu, Kartik Aaryan, and Kiara Advani. However, T-Series, the film's producers, clarified that Priyadarshan had not approached them with the script, and the director confirmed he was never slated to direct the sequel.

A Look Back at Bhool Bhulaiyaa

More about Bhool Bhulaiyaa

Priyadarshan directed Bhool Bhulaiyaa in 2007, featuring Akshay Kumar alongside Vidya Balan, Paresh Rawal, Manoj Joshi, Ameesha Patel, Vikram Gokhale, and Shiny Ahuja. The film was a psychological thriller that gained significant acclaim.

Details on Bhooth Bangla

All about Bhooth Bangla

Produced by Balaji Motion Pictures in collaboration with Cape of Good Films, Bhooth Bangla stars Akshay Kumar, Wamiqa Gabbi, Paresh Rawal, Tabu, and Rajpal Yadav. Directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Akshay Kumar, Shobha Kapoor, and Ektaa R Kapoor, the film is set to release on April 10.