The theatrical release date of Akshay Kumar starrer Bhooth Bangla has been preponed. The film is now slated to release in theatres on April 10, 2026.

According to the press note shared by the makers, the decision to preponement the film was made due to Akshay Kumar's packed theatrical lineup for the year. Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bhooth Bangla’ Postponed to This Date, 2026 To Avoid Box Office Clash With Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar 2’ (View Post).

"The film, which was earlier slated to hit theatres on May 15, 2026, has now been preponed and will arrive in cinemas on April 10, 2026. The decision to advance the release is being seen as a strategic move, keeping in mind both audience engagement and Akshay Kumar's packed theatrical lineup for the year," as quoted in a press note by the makers.

Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bhooth Bangla’ to Now Hit Theatres on April 10, 2026

 

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On Instagram, Akshay Kumar shared a video announcing the film's new release date. The movie was previously slated for theatrical release on May 15. The film is directed by Priyadarshan.

"Bhooth Bangla ka countdown rewind!" wrote Akshay Kumar. The upcoming horror-comedy marks Priyadarshan's reunion with Akshay Kumar after 14 years. The director-actor duo has delivered several cult favourites over the years, including Phir Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and Bhagam Bhag.

The film's shooting wrapped up in May last year. Bhooth Bangla features Akshay Kumar alongside Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Jisshu Sengupta, Asrani, and Wamiqa Gabbi. ‘Hera Pheri 3’: Paresh Rawal CONFIRMS His Comedy Film With Priyadarshan To Go on Floors in THIS Month of 2026; Reveals Controversy Didn’t Affect His Relationship With the Filmmaker.

The film is being presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with Cape of Good Films. The film is produced by Akshay Kumar, Shobha Kapoor, and Ektaa R Kapoor.

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