Bhooth Bangla: Akshay Kumar's Latest Horror-Comedy Hits Theatres

Akshay Kumar's much-anticipated horror-comedy, Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan, has finally hit theatres. With a strong cast and a unique storyline, the film has opened to decent box office numbers. On its second day, it earned Rs 19 crore, bringing its total to Rs 35 crore in India. The film's performance in overseas markets is also noteworthy, with a total gross of Rs 60.50 crore worldwide. As audiences await its first Monday performance, the film's potential for success remains to be seen. Will it continue to draw crowds? Read on to find out more about Bhooth Bangla's journey in cinemas.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 19, 2026, 07:41 IST

Overview of Bhooth Bangla

Fans of Akshay Kumar have eagerly anticipated the release of Bhooth Bangla. This horror-comedy, directed by the renowned Priyadarshan, is known for his successful films like Hera Pheri, Hungama, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa. The film boasts a talented ensemble cast, including Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Rajpal Yadav, Jisshu Sengupta, and Mithila Palkar. It successfully avoided a box office competition with Ranveer Singh’s hit film Dhurandhar: The Revenge. As the action film's momentum waned, Bhooth Bangla finally made its debut in cinemas. The effectiveness of this strategy will only be determined by its long-term box office results, but it has started off on a positive note.

Bhooth Bangla Box Office Collection Day 2

On its second day, Bhooth Bangla reportedly garnered a net of Rs 19 crore from 11,513 screenings, according to preliminary estimates. This brings the film's total net earnings in India to approximately Rs 35 crore. Additionally, its gross collection in India has reached Rs 42 crore. Below are the day-wise box office figures:

Bhooth Bangla Box Office Day	Bhooth Bangla Box Office Collection
Bhooth Bangla Box Office Collection Day 1	Rs 15.75 crore (including paid previews)
Bhooth Bangla Box Office Collection Day 2	Rs 19 crore
Bhooth Bangla Total Box Office Collection	Rs 34.75 crore

In international markets, the film earned Rs 9 crore on its second day, bringing its total overseas gross to Rs 18.50 crore. Consequently, the worldwide gross collection now stands at Rs 60.50 crore. Today, the film is anticipated to see further growth, but its true challenge will come tomorrow. Will Bhooth Bangla successfully navigate its first Monday at the box office? Only time will tell, but it will need to earn over Rs 10 crore to demonstrate strong potential.

More About Bhooth Bangla

Bhooth Bangla is a supernatural narrative centered around the enigmatic story of Vadhusur and a haunted village. In this film, both lead actors portray dual roles; Akshay plays both a father and son, while Wamiqa takes on the roles of Riya and Priya. This film marks the reunion of the legendary duo, Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar, after a 15-year hiatus, their last collaboration being Khatta Meetha in 2010. The film has received mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike, with one media outlet rating it 3.5 out of 5 stars, describing it as a "fun popcorn entertainer."

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