The much-anticipated Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan reunion, Bhooth Bangla, has officially hit theatres today, April 17, 2026. While the film has generated a massive INR 15 crore opening buzz, the reactions on X (formerly Twitter) are a whirlwind of high-octane praise and critical disappointment. Fans are divided between celebrating the "Vintage Akshay" era and criticising the film's inconsistent tone. Here is the breakdown of the trending reviews. 'Bhooth Bangla' Box Office Collection: Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan’s Horror-Comedy Eyes INR 15 Crore Opening After Strong Paid Previews.

‘Bhooth Bangla’ X Review

For many, the film served as a time machine back to the early 2000s. The chemistry between Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal and Rajpal Yadav was the biggest highlight.

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Top Comic Timing, Strong VFX:

‘Bhoot Bangla’ First Half Wins With Laugh Riot:

Nostalgic Comedy Madness:

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‘Bhooth Bangla’ Offers Laughs With Eerie Twists:

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About ‘Bhooth Bangla’

With a projected INR 15 crore+ opening, the positive buzz is clearly translating into ticket sales. Fans are urging others to "ignore the critics and enjoy the nostalgia," cementing Bhooth Bangla as the must-watch entertainer of the season. The film’s strong start is further boosted by its ensemble cast, featuring Akshay Kumar alongside Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Mithila Palkar, Rajpal Yadav and Manoj Joshi, blending nostalgia with fresh appeal.

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