Bhooth Bangla Box Office: Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan’s Horror-Comedy Crosses ₹100 Crore Milestone Globally!
The magic of the "Akshay-Priyadarshan" reunion is
proving to be gold once again. Despite facing stiff competition and a packed
April release schedule, Bhooth Bangla has maintained a rock-solid
trajectory, officially entering the ₹100 crore club worldwide within its
first week of release.
As of April 23, 2026, the film has successfully
navigated the crucial weekday test, recording steady footfalls across both
single screens and multiplexes.
India Box Office: Chasing the ₹100 Crore Nett Mark
The film, which features a massive ensemble including Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, and Tabu, had a powerful opening weekend and has
stayed strong ever since.
- Opening
Weekend: The film raked in a massive ₹54.25 crore nett in its
first three days, fueled by nostalgia for the duo behind hits like Hera
Pheri and Bhool Bhulaiyaa.
- Current
India Standings: India net collections have officially crossed ₹78
crore, with the total India Gross currently sitting at
approximately ₹95 crore.
- Weekday
Stability: After a standard Monday dip, the film saw a unique Tuesday
uptick, collecting nearly ₹7.65 crore, proving that family
audiences are driving the film's longevity.
Global Reach: A "Century" in Record Time
While India remains the primary driver, the international
market has shown immense love for this "mythology meets black magic"
comedy.
- Global
Gross: Within just six days, the worldwide gross for Bhooth Bangla
has reached ₹137.97 crore.
- Overseas
Performance: Markets like North America (USA & Canada), the UK,
and Australia have contributed over ₹31 crore ($3.7M) to the total
tally, making it one of the highest-grossing Indian films of early 2026.
Why 'Bhooth Bangla' is Resonating with Audiences
- The
Nostalgia Factor: Seeing Akshay Kumar reunite with Priyadarshan,
Rajpal Yadav, and Paresh Rawal after 14 years has created an
"event" feel for long-time Bollywood fans.
- Unique
Premise: Unlike typical horror-comedies, Priyadarshan has revealed
that the story is deeply rooted in Indian mythology and the Vedas,
providing a fresh narrative layer.
- The
"Last" Appearance: The film serves as the final cinematic
appearance of the legendary veteran actor Asrani, adding an
emotional pull for moviegoers.
Cast & Crew Highlights
|
Role |
Actor |
|
Arjun Acharya (Lead) |
Akshay Kumar |
|
Priya (Lead) |
Wamiqa Gabbi |
|
Ensemble |
Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Mithila Palkar |
|
Director |
Priyadarshan |
|
Music |
Pritam |
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