Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bhooth Bangla’ hit theaters today on April 17, 2026. Directed by Priyadarshan, the film is receiving a mixed but generally positive response from the audience. Those who watched the horror comedy in theaters have shared their reviews on social media platforms. Let’s look at what the masses have to say about the film.
Netizens review Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bhooth Bangla’ on Twitter (now X)
After watching ‘Bhooth Bangla’ in theaters, netizens shared their opinions about the movie on their respective X accounts. A person wrote, “Bhooth Bangla is a chaotic masterpiece that reminds us exactly why the Akshay-Priyadarshan combo is legendary. The comic timing and the spooky elements are handled with just the right touch of thrill. A total laugh riot.” A comment read, “Bhooth Bangla – Ekta Kapoor ka daily soap jo galti se theatre mein release ho gaya. Akshay Kumar ke career ki lowest point, na story, na acting, na music, na cinematography… bas disappointment hi disappointment.” One individual wrote, “The movie delivers both on laughter and horror! It’s a perfect blend of both. Everyone has acted very well.”A review by viewer on X read, “Just watched BHOOTH BANGLA… it’s a very well made entertaining movie with a hilarious first half . And a serious story telling with a taught screenplay in the second half …… a superhit in the making.’A person posted, “Final verdict of Bhooth Bangla. First 40% – pure comedy. Next 10% – shifts into suspense mode. 50% – 95% – feels like a full serious mode. Last 5% – back to comedy. Overall, a good watch, but the casting felt off. Wamiqa Gabbi didn’t quite fit for me this could’ve been a great chance to introduce a fresh face.”
More about ‘Bhooth Bangla’
Directed by Priyadarshan, the film marks the much-awaited reunion of the actor-director duo after nearly 16 years, rekindling the magic of their earlier comedy hits. The horror comedy boasts an ensemble cast including Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jisshu Sengupta, Mithila Palkar, Rajpal Yadav, Rajesh Sharma, and Asrani. As per the Sacnilk report, the movie is expected to over Rs 12 crore at the box office on day 1.
Why is the success of ‘Bhooth Bangla’ important for Akshay Kumar?
Following a series of box office setbacks, ‘Bhooth Bangla’ could mark a turning point for Akshay Kumar, helping him bounce back and reclaim his position as a bankable star.