Akshay Kumar has delivered another solid commercial success with his latest horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla, which has officially crossed the prestigious ₹200 crore mark at the worldwide box office. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film achieved this milestone in just around 13 days of its theatrical run, marking it as Akshay Kumar’s 12th film to enter the ₹200 crore global club and one of the stronger performers of 2026 so far.
Released on April 17, 2026, Bhooth Bangla follows a struggling man who inherits his grandfather’s haunted mansion, leading to a series of hilarious and spooky adventures. The ensemble cast includes Paresh Rawal, Tabu, Rajpal Yadav, Wamiqa Gabbi, and others, bringing a perfect mix of laughs and chills that audiences have clearly embraced. The reunion of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan after 14 years has worked well, evoking nostalgic vibes of their earlier successful collaborations while delivering fresh entertainment in the horror-comedy genre.
According to trade reports and trackers like Sacnilk, the film has collected approximately ₹124-130 crore net in India and added over ₹50-55 crore from overseas markets, pushing the worldwide gross past ₹200 crore (roughly ₹2 billion). This achievement is particularly impressive as it has outperformed several comparable horror-comedies, including the lifetime business of the original Stree. The film has also surpassed other recent releases like Thamma, solidifying its position among the top Hindi grossers of the year.
The movie opened to a decent start with strong paid previews and built momentum over the weekend, thanks to positive word-of-mouth and family audiences. A clever BookMyShow BOGO offer using the code BHOOTHBANGLA gave collections an extra boost in the second week, helping the film maintain steady numbers even amid competition from bigger releases like Dhurandhar 2. The second weekend showed healthy growth, with Saturday and Sunday contributing significantly to the tally.
Made on a reported budget of around ₹120 crore, Bhooth Bangla is now well into profitable territory. Trade analysts project a lifetime worldwide gross in the range of ₹220-250 crore if the current hold continues, which would make it Akshay Kumar’s biggest post-pandemic hit and one of his most successful solo outings in recent years. The film’s songs, especially the catchy “O Ri O Sanwariya,” have also contributed to its popularity.
Critics gave the film mixed reviews, appreciating the comedy timing and performances while noting some predictable plot elements. However, audiences seem to have connected with its light-hearted haunted house chaos and the chemistry among the veteran cast. The movie’s success highlights the continued appeal of the horror-comedy genre in Bollywood, following the strong run of films like the Stree and Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchises.
This milestone comes at an important time for Akshay Kumar, who has been navigating a mixed phase at the box office. Bhooth Bangla proves that the right blend of comedy, star power, and smart marketing can still deliver strong results in theatres. It also underscores Priyadarshan’s knack for delivering mass entertainers that resonate across demographics.
As Bhooth Bangla continues its run into the third week, industry watchers are eager to see how far it can go. With decent weekday holds and strong overseas performance, the film is on track to become one of the most profitable Hindi releases of 2026. For Akshay Kumar fans and lovers of fun, spooky comedies, Bhooth Bangla has emerged as a welcome theatrical success in an otherwise competitive box office landscape.
The film’s journey from a modest opening to crossing ₹200 crore worldwide reflects the power of consistent entertainment and audience connect. Bollywood’s horror-comedy space just got another winner, and Akshay Kumar has added one more hit to his impressive filmography.
