Akshay Kumar Reveals His Favourite Memory From The Sets Of Bhooth Bangla, Shares Adorable Fan Encounter

Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla is all set to hit theatres, and today the makers hosted a grand trailer launch event, which was full of laughs, as expected. The highlight of the event was Akshay Kumar sharing his favourite memory from the sets during the shoot.

Akshay Kumar, during the event, recalled that while shooting at the famous Chomu Palace in Jaipur, a female fan approached him and requested a selfie. This fan encounter turned into an absolutely adorable memory for Akshay, as the lady clicked a selfie without removing her ghunghat. Calling it his favourite selfie, Akshay shared, “Unhone ek selfie maangi, aur apni shakal nahi dikhayi! Unhone apne culture ko pakad ke rakha. I can never forget this, this was the beauty of Rajasthan.”

Akshay also shared the picture at the event.

Bhooth Bangla Trailer Out

The three-minute trailer blends humour and supernatural thrills, showcasing Akshay Kumar in hilarious and eerie situations. Alongside Akshay, the film features a strong ensemble cast including Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, and Tabu, each bringing their signature comic timing and on-screen presence. The trailer highlights the film’s spooky visuals, clever comic sequences, and Priyadarshan’s signature style, balancing scares with laughter.

Bhooth Bangla Release Date

Bhooth Bangla is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated films of 2026, marking the much-awaited reunion of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan after a long gap of 14 years. The iconic duo, known for delivering cult comedy classics, has already created significant buzz with their collaboration.

While the film was earlier scheduled to release in theatres on April 10, it will now arrive in theatres on April 16. The first show is set for 9 pm, and the opening day will be treated as a ‘paid preview’.

Producer Ektaa Kapoor confirmed the change in an official note, explaining that the call was taken after discussions with distributors and exhibitors. The statement read, “After a collective call with our distributors and the exhibitors, we have decided on a new release date for Bhooth Bangla, April 16, with the first show starting at 9 pm. Dhurandhar: The Revenge performing exceptionally well is heartening news for our film industry, and the exhibitors feel that this shift will allow both films the space, focus, and attention they deserve.”

It further added, “The Bhooth Bangla team looks forward to welcoming you in cinemas on April 16, 9 pm onwards.”