The film, produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms and Akshay Kumar's Cape of Good Films, is slated for a 2025 release.
Megastar Akshay Kumar announced his latest film, 'Bhooth Bangla', on his 57th birthday. The announcement has sparked excitement across social media, marking a reunion between Kumar and acclaimed director Priyadarshan after a gap of 14 years. Known for their successful collaborations on films like 'Hera Pheri', 'Garam Masala', and 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa', this project promises to be another exciting venture for the duo.
Taking to social media to unveil a motion poster, Akshay gave fans the first glimpse of the horror-comedy film. The teaser shows Kumar sipping on a glass of milk, while a black cat rides on his shoulders — setting the tone for the eerie yet humorous ride that 'Bhooth Bangla' promises to deliver.
In his announcement, the actor wrote: “Thank you for your love on my birthday, year after year! Celebrating this year with the first look of 'Bhooth Bangla'! I’m beyond excited to join forces with Priyadarshan again after 14 years. This dream collaboration has been a long time coming… can’t wait to share this incredible journey with you all. Stay tuned for the magic!”
Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan’s professional association has a long and celebrated history, with their earlier films becoming beloved classics. 'Bhooth Bangla' is expected to carry forward that legacy, blending horror and comedy in a way that only this duo can. The film is directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms and Akshay Kumar's Cape of Good Films. It is slated for a 2025 release, with more details expected in the coming months.
On the work front, Akshay has a stellar line-up of diverse and promising films including 'Singham Again', 'Sky Force', 'Welcome 3', 'Shankara', 'Housefull 5', and more.
