Akshay Kumar commences shooting for Priyadarshan’s Bhooth Bangla in Jaipur; horror comedy promises laughter & thrills

The much-anticipated collaboration between Khiladi Akshay Kumar and renowned director Priyadarshan is all set to take a new turn as the duo kicks off the Jaipur schedule for their upcoming film Bhooth Bangla. After starting the filming in Mumbai last month, the team is now heading to the Pink City. The next chapter of the horror-comedy will unfold.

Akshay Kumar starrer Bhooth Bangla begins shooting in Jaipur

Fans of the hit pairing who made ‘Hera Pheri’, ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’, ‘Garam Masala’ and many more are eagerly anticipating the magic of the duo. Bhooth Bangla promises to be a perfect blend of thrills and laughter. The film explores the haunted house genre with a comedic twist. Akshay is known for his impeccable comic timing and is expected to bring his magic charm to the character. Priyadarshan’s direction is anticipated to give the film a fresh, engaging vibe. The Jaipur schedule is expected to include several outdoor shoots in the city’s iconic locales, adding a rich cultural backdrop to the film. 

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Ever since its announcement, Priyadarshan’s upcoming horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla starring Akshay Kumar has left everyone excited. With an immensely captivating poster, the makers have consistently set the tone for the arrival of this much-anticipated film. Now, taking the comedy and thrilling quotient a notch higher, the makers have unveiled another poster along with a mega announcement. The film is set to release on 2nd April 2026. Adding to the excitement, the shoot of the film officially commenced today.

The dynamic duo, Priyadarshan, and Akshay Kumar are finally reuniting after 14 years for Bhooth Bangla. Having delivered cinematic gems in the past, the anticipation to witness the magic they are set to create on the big screen is unparalleled. This announcement has undoubtedly heightened our excitement for 2026, as we eagerly await this horror-comedy extravaganza.

About Bhoot Bangla

Bhooth Bangla is produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms and Akshay Kumar’s production house, Cape of Good Films. The film is co-produced by Faara Sheikh and Vedant Baali. The story is written by Akash A Kaushik and the screenplay by Rohan Shankar, Abilash Nair and Priyadarshan. The dialogues are by Rohan Shankar. Bhooth Bangla is slated for its theatrical release on 2nd April 2026.

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