Excitement is building in Bollywood as Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bhoot Bangla’ advances its big-screen debut. The horror-comedy, helmed by Priyadarshan, swaps its May 15 slot for April 10, 2026, giving fans an earlier taste of spooky fun. Akshay shared the update on Instagram, hyping up the shift with a countdown video that has gone viral.
Priyadarshan and Akshay’s partnership is gold for comedy-horror lovers. After hits like ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’, their 14-year hiatus ends here, backed by producers from Balaji and Cape of Good Films. The film stars Akshay alongside Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, and debutant Vaamika Gabbi, promising a mix of chills and chuckles.
Akshay, Shobha Kapoor, and Ekta R Kapoor helm production, ensuring top-notch quality. This follows the mixed reception of ‘Housefull 5’, a star-studded ensemble with Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, and others under Tarun Mansukhani’s direction. It failed to dazzle cinemas but found a second life on TV.
Akshay’s next, ‘Hawaana’, reunites him with Saif Ali Khan post an 18-year gap. Shooting is complete, with actors flooding social feeds with set photos. ‘Bhoot Bangla’s’ date change signals strong confidence from the team, positioning it as a key 2026 opener. Expect packed houses as audiences flock to experience the bangla’s mysteries.