The curtain has been lifted on Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bhoot Bangla’, a project that reunites him with filmmaker Priyadarshan. Initial reaction to X reveals a polarized audience; While some praised it as an ‘anarchic gem’ that skillfully blends comedy and scares, others walked away disappointed. How the film performs at the box office is crucial for Kumar’s journey back to fame. Read further to know in detail.

Akshay Kumar‘Bhoot Bangla’ will be released in theaters today on April 17, 2026. directed by PriyadarshanThe film is receiving mixed but generally positive responses from the audience. People who watched the horror comedy in theaters have shared their reviews on social media platforms. Let’s see what the public says about the film.

Netizens review Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bhoot Bangla’ on Twitter (now X)

After watching ‘Bhoot Bangla’ in theatres, netizens shared their opinions about the film on their respective X accounts. One person wrote, “Bhoot Bangla is a chaotic masterpiece that reminds us exactly why the Akshay-Priyadarshan duo is famous. The comic timing and horror elements are controlled with the right touch of thrill. A complete laugh riot.” One comment read, “Bhoot Bangla – Ekta Kapoor’s daily soap that accidentally released in theatres. The lowest point in Akshay Kumar’s career, no story, no acting, no music, no cinematography… just disappointment. Disappointment.” One person wrote, “The film offers both laughter and horror! It is a perfect blend of both. Everyone has acted very well.”The viewer’s review onOne person posted, “Final verdict of Bhoot Bangla. First 40% – pure comedy. Next 10% – switches to suspense mode. 50% – 95% – feels like a full serious mode. Last 5% – back to comedy. Overall, a good watch, but felt lacking in casting.” Vamika Gabbi It just wasn’t a good fit for me, it could have been a good opportunity to introduce a new face.”

More information about ‘Bhoot Bangla’

Directed by Priyadarshan, the film marks the much-awaited reunion of the actor-director duo after almost 16 years, rekindling the magic of their previous comedy hits. Many actors including Tabu are involved in this horror comedy. Paresh RawalVamika Gabbi, Jisshu Sengupta, Mithila Palkar, Rajpal Yadav, Rajesh Sharma and Asrani. According to Sacnilk report, the film is expected to earn more than Rs 12 crore at the box office on the first day.

Why is the success of ‘Bhoot Bangla’ important for Akshay Kumar?

After a series of box office failures, ‘Bhoot Bangla’ could prove to be a turning point for Akshay Kumar, helping him make a comeback and regain his status as a bankable star.