Bhooth Bangla 2026

Bhooth Bangla is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language horror-comedy movie directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Akshay Kumar, Ektaa Kapoor, and Shobha Kapoor under Balaji Motion Pictures and Cape of Good Films. The film stars Akshay Kumar alongside Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Jisshu Sengupta, and Wamiqa Gabbi.

The movie became one of the most anticipated Bollywood horror-comedies because it reunited Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan after nearly 14 years. Their collaborations in films like Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and Garam Masala remain fan favorites, which created massive excitement around Bhooth Bangla even before its release.

Blending supernatural mystery, slapstick humor, haunted-palace horror, and family chaos, the film aims to recreate the classic Priyadarshan comedy atmosphere while adding modern horror visuals and suspense elements.

Bhooth Bangla 2026 Storyline

The story follows Arjun, who lives in London with his sister Meera and their father Vasudev Acharya. Their lives change when Arjun discovers that his late grandfather left behind a massive ancestral palace located in the village of Mangalpur. Wanting to organize Meera’s destination wedding there, the family travels to India despite warnings about the property’s terrifying past.

Soon after arriving, strange paranormal incidents begin occurring inside the palace. Villagers believe the mansion is haunted by an ancient spirit named Vadhusur, a ghost connected to newly married brides who mysteriously disappear on their wedding nights. As wedding preparations continue, Arjun and the guests become trapped in increasingly bizarre and horrifying situations.

The movie combines supernatural horror with Priyadarshan-style comedy confusion, mistaken identities, chaotic situations, and emotional family drama. While the first half reportedly focuses heavily on humor and mystery, the later sections explore the hidden truth behind the palace and the terrifying legend haunting Mangalpur.

Cast and Characters

The confirmed cast of Bhooth Bangla includes:

• Akshay Kumar
• Tabu
• Paresh Rawal
• Rajpal Yadav
• Wamiqa Gabbi
• Jisshu Sengupta
• Mithila Palkar
• Asrani
• Rajesh Sharma
• Manoj Joshi

Fans were especially excited to see Akshay Kumar reunite with Paresh Rawal and Rajpal Yadav, recreating the nostalgic comic chemistry associated with Priyadarshan’s classic Bollywood comedies.

Tabu’s presence also attracted attention because of her earlier association with supernatural thrillers and psychological dramas, while Wamiqa Gabbi’s role added freshness to the ensemble cast.

Production Details

Bhooth Bangla is directed by Priyadarshan, marking his return to large-scale Bollywood horror-comedy filmmaking after Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007). The screenplay was written by Priyadarshan, Rohan Shankar, and Abilash Nair, with music composed by Pritam and background score by Ronnie Raphael.

The film was shot across elaborate palace locations designed to create a gothic horror atmosphere mixed with colorful wedding-comedy visuals. Marketing for the movie included motion posters, fan screenings, giant Akshay Kumar cutouts, and teaser events across Indian cities before release.

The official trailer generated major online discussion because many viewers felt the movie carried strong Bhool Bhulaiyaa-style vibes, while others welcomed the nostalgic horror-comedy setup.

Bhooth Bangla 2026 Release Date

Bhooth Bangla was officially released in theaters on April 17, 2026. The film’s release date changed multiple times before finalization to avoid major box-office clashes with other big Bollywood releases.

Box Office Collection

The movie later emerged as one of the successful Hindi films of 2026 and crossed more than ₹240 crore worldwide during its theatrical run.