Akshay Kumar reunites with Priyadarshan after 14 years for new horror-comedy 'Bhoot Bangla', shares first look of Ektaa R Kapoor's production on 57th birthday

Prolific director Priyadarshan and superstar Akshay Kumar were spotted together last year, and the picture was leaked, creating a lot of buzz. Everyone was eagerly waiting for the duo to reunite. Finally, after 14 years, they are collaborating on a horror comedy titled BHOOTH BANGLA, produced by Ektaa R Kapoor under the banner of Balaji Telefilms Ltd.

Akshay Kumar left everyone in absolute surprise with a motion poster on the day of Ganesh Chaturthi, hinting at a major announcement set for his birthday. The actor has finally revealed the news as he took to social media to share an intriguing motion poster and wrote:

“Thank you for your love on my birthday, year after year! Celebrating this year with the first look of ‘Bhooth Bangla’! I’m beyond excited to join forces with Priyadarshan again after 14 years.”

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He added, “This dream collaboration has been a long time coming… can’t wait to share this incredible journey with you all. Stay tuned for the magic!”

Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar have created some of the most loved films of all time. They have given us cult classics like Hera Pheri, Garam Masala, Bhagam Bhag, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, and De Dana Dan —films that have ruled the hearts of audiences. The duo has become a phenomenon, with dialogues from these films becoming part of our daily lives. Now, this iconic duo is coming back, and we can’t wait to see what magic they create on screen. Thanks to Ektaa R Kapoor, we get to see them together again.

BHOOTH BANGLA is a horror comedy expected to be released in 2025, with shooting set to begin soon.