Akshay Kumar and the director Priyadarshan‘Bhooth Bangla’ is just the beginning of a whole horror comedy franchise. After the ecstatic response from family audiences since its release on April 17, the makers are now mulling a sequel.
it’sBooth Bangla 2 ‘happening?
According to an India Today report, the positive reception to ‘Bhooth Bangla’ has set the wheels in motion. The report said, “Given the love and response ‘Bhooth Bangla’ has received from families, the makers are definitely mulling the idea of taking the franchise forward. It’s an exciting space, so a sequel looks very promising.”While the project is still in its infancy, the producer Ekta KapoorA fondness for the horror-comedy genre seems to be a key driver. The report added that he is “looking for a world to revisit with more stories.”
More about ‘Bhooth Bangla’
The film follows Arjun, played by Akshay Kumar, who inherits a haunted ancestral palace in the fictional village of Mangalpur. As he prepares for his sister Meera’s wedding, played by Mithila Palkar, some disturbing supernatural events throw everything into chaos. At the heart of the mystery is Vadhusur, a sinister demon linked to a forgotten underground temple.As Arjun delves into the palace’s dark history, he encounters a mysterious spirit that is terrorizing the village and trapped in a tree. The film roots its horror in Indian mythology, folklore and ancient ritual texts, staying true to Priyadarshan’s trademark, high-energy comedy.
‘Bhooth Bangla’ Cast and Release Date
Akshay Kumar plays the role of Arjun Acharya, while Wamiqa Gabbi appears as Priya. The group stars Tabu Yashodha, Paresh Rawal Jagdish Manikchand Roopkamal Kewalramani and Rajpal Yadav Sunder ‘Balli’ Bajwa. Veteran actors Jisshu Sengupta, Manoj Joshi and Asrani round out the cast.The film opened in theaters on April 17, 2026. To date, it has collected 117 million euros at the worldwide box office.
