Akshay Kumar–Priyadarshan Film Bhooth Bangla May Get A Sequel, Ekta Kapoor Eyes Franchise | Report

The horror-comedy film Bhooth Bangla, starring Akshay Kumar and directed by Priyadarshan, is currently running in theatres. While the movie has received mixed reactions from audiences and critics, it seems the makers are still optimistic. Reports suggest that producer Ekta Kapoor is planning to take the story forward with a sequel and possibly turn it into a franchise.

Ekta Kapoor Shows Interest In Bhooth Bangla Sequel 

According to an India Today report, Ekta Kapoor is interested in developing Bhooth Bangla into a film series. Even though the project is still at an early stage, there is a strong possibility of a sequel. The horror-comedy genre continues to attract audiences, and Ekta seems keen to explore more stories in this space.

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Comeback Of A Popular Duo

The film marks the return of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan’s successful partnership after 14 years. Their previous collaborations were widely loved, which created high expectations from this project. Fans of the duo have appreciated their reunion, even though the overall response to the film has been mixed.

Bhooth Bangla Box Office Performance

Despite the buzz, the film’s box office performance has been slower than expected. In its first five days, Bhooth Bangla has earned around Rs 70 crore. While this figure is decent, it falls short of the strong opening many had predicted for such a big collaboration.

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Cast And Storyline

Apart from Akshay Kumar, the film features Wamiqa Gabbi, Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Mithila Palkar, and veteran actor Asrani in key roles. The story revolves around a mysterious palace where strange and spooky incidents take place, blending horror with humour.