Bollywood star Akshay Kumar has delighted his fans on his birthday by announcing his return to comedy with the first look of his upcoming film Bhoot Bangla. The actor, who has been seeking a major box-office hit since Sooryavanshi (2021), is teaming up once again with renowned director Priyadarshan. This dynamic duo, known for delivering classic comedies like Hera Pheri and Bhagam Bhag, is all set to work together after 14 long years, sparking excitement among their fans.
The Exciting Announcement
On the special occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, Akshay Kumar shared a teaser of Bhoot Bangla, thanking his fans for the constant love and support they shower on him every year. In a heartfelt message, Akshay expressed his enthusiasm about working with Priyadarshan again. He wrote, “Celebrating this year with the first look of Bhoot Bangla! Thrilled to be working with Priyadarshan after 14 years. This has been a long time coming, and I can’t wait to share this journey with all of you. Stay tuned for the magic!”
Akshay and Priyadarshan’s Iconic Collaboration
Akshay and Priyadarshan have a rich history of successful collaborations that have left a lasting impact on Bollywood’s comedy genre. Their journey began in the year 2000 with the iconic film Hera Pheri, which became an instant hit and still remains one of Bollywood’s most loved comedies. The film’s memorable dialogues and hilarious sequences are etched in the hearts of fans. The duo continued their streak with back-to-back blockbusters like Garam Masala (2005), Bhagam Bhag (2006), Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007), and De Dana Dan (2009). Their last collaboration was Khatta Meetha in 2010.
Priyadarshan, known for his exceptional storytelling and comic timing, also directed Hungama 2 in 2021. Now, he is all set to direct Bhoot Bangla, marking his much-awaited reunion with Akshay Kumar. In addition to Bhoot Bangla, Priyadarshan is also working on a Hindi remake of his Malayalam film Oppam, though the title for that project has not been finalized yet.
Horror Comedy with a Twist
Bhoot Bangla promises to be a horror-comedy, a genre that has gained popularity in recent years. The film is produced by Balaji Telefilms Limited in collaboration with Cape of Good Films, Akshay’s production house. While the movie’s plot remains under wraps, the first look has already generated buzz, leaving fans eager to see what this comedy powerhouse will bring to the screen after their long hiatus.
Release Date and More
Scheduled to release in 2025, Bhoot Bangla will begin shooting soon. Akshay, who has taken on the role of producer for this film, is set to bring his trademark humor and energy back to the screen, hoping to charm audiences once again.
Akshay’s Recent Film Journey
Although Akshay Kumar has delivered some of Bollywood’s most memorable hits, the actor has faced a rough patch at the box office in recent years. Since Sooryavanshi, several of his releases, including Bachchan Pandey, Samrat Prithviraj, Raksha Bandhan, Kathputli (OTT), Ram Setu, and Selfie, have failed to make a significant impact. Despite this, Akshay’s immense popularity remains intact, and he continues to have an exciting lineup of films.
In addition to Bhoot Bangla, Akshay will appear in films such as Sky Force, Jolly LLB 3, Welcome to the Jungle, Shankara, and the much-anticipated Hera Pheri 3. The actor also has cameos in Stree 2, Singham Again, the Telugu movie Kannappa, and the Marathi film Vedat Marathe Veer Daudle Saat. Akshay’s extensive film slate shows that he’s far from slowing down, and fans are excited to see what he brings next.
With Bhoot Bangla, Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan are expected to deliver yet another comedy classic. Fans can’t wait to see the duo work their magic once again!
