‘Bhooth Bangla’ Actor Akshay Kumar Seeks Blessings at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple With Mother-in-Law Dimple Kapadia Ahead of Film Release (Watch Video)

Actor Akshay Kumar visited the Shri Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain early Wednesday morning to offer prayers ahead of the release of his upcoming film Bhooth Bangla. Akshay was accompanied by his mother-in-law and veteran actress Dimple Kapadia during the visit. ‘Bhooth Bangla’ Postponed? Akshay Kumar Film Rumoured To Move Release Date Amid ‘Dhurandhar 2’ Success – Report.

Soon after offering prayers, Akshay spoke to ANI about his visit and shared that he prayed not just for himself but for the entire country and his loved ones. "It was really good... I prayed for the entire country and my family. I prayed that our country may always excel and progress," he told ANI.

Akshay Kumar Offers Prayers at Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple With Dimple Kapadia

The Mahakaleshwar Temple, situated on the banks of the Shipra River in Ujjain, holds immense religious significance as one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. The Bhasma Aarti is one of the most revered rituals at the Mahakaleshwar Temple, performed during the auspicious Brahma Muhurta, between 3:30 and 5:30 AM.

According to temple traditions, the ritual begins with the opening of Baba Mahakal's doors in the early hours, followed by a holy bath with Panchamrit, a sacred mixture of milk, curd, ghee, sugar, and honey. Priyadarshan Defends Aditya Dhar’s ‘Dhurandhar 2’ Amid Propaganda Debate, Says ‘Few Opinions Don’t Matter’.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Akshay Kumar is preparing for the release of Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan. The film marks their reunion after nearly 14 years. The project also features Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Jisshu Sengupta, Asrani, and Wamiqa Gabbi in key roles. The film is backed by Balaji Motion Pictures in association with Cape of Good Films and is set to release in theatres this April.