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Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan Reunite After 14 Years for 2025 Horror-Comedy 'Bhooth Bangla'
The exciting announcement was made on Akshay’s 57th birthday which fell on a Monday. The first look of Akshay from their new project, Bhooth Bangla was revealed through a motion poster.
The poster features Akshay alongside a black cat in front of a spooky mansion. Interestingly in the poster it’s Akshay who is drinking milk from a bowl not the cat. This adds a quirky twist to the film’s eerie theme.
Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla first look out
In an Instagram caption the actor expressed his gratitude for the birthday wishes saying, “Thank you for your love on my birthday year after year!
This year I’m thrilled to celebrate with the first look of Bhooth Bangla! I’m beyond excited to collaborate with Priyadarshan again after 14 years.
This long-awaited partnership has been a dream come true I can’t wait to share this incredible journey with all of you.
Stay tuned for the magic ” The film backed by Ektaa R Kapoor marks a highly anticipated reunion and is generating buzz with its intriguing first look.
Fans cannot wait for Bhooth Bangla
One comment on Akshay’s post read “Excited (fire emoji)” Another fan wrote “Legendary reunion (fire emojis).” Many fans also wished Akshay a happy birthday with some expressing gratitude for the ‘sweet gift’ he gave them on his special day.
One fan commented “Thank you for this and happy birthday, Akshay sir. Can’t wait to watch Bhooth Bangla.” The post was met with enthusiastic responses and appreciation from fans who are eagerly anticipating the film and celebrating Akshay’s birthday.
More about the film : Bhooth Bangla
This highly anticipated horror-comedy is set to hit theaters in 2025 with filming scheduled to start soon. While specific details about the film are still under wraps early indications suggest that it will feature elements of black magic adding a unique twist to the genre.
On Monday the production company Balaji Motion Pictures unveiled the motion poster for the film on Instagram.
They excitedly shared After 14 years the iconic duo of @priyadarshan.official and @akshaykumar is back with another horror comedy.
Get ready for something truly special Bhooth Bangla will be coming to cinemas in 2025. Fans are buzzing with anticipation for this new collaboration eagerly awaiting the chance to see Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar together once again in a fresh and thrilling cinematic venture.
Akshay Kumar Biography :
Akshay Kumar, born Rajiv Hari Om Bhatia on September 9, 1967, is a prominent Indian actor and film producer, known professionally as Akshay Kumar. He has made a significant impact on Hindi cinema over his career, which spans more than three decades.
His extensive filmography includes over 150 films, earning him widespread acclaim and several awards, including a National Film Award and two Filmfare Awards.
In 2009 he was honored with the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, by the Government of India.
Kumar’s prolific career has earned him the moniker “Khiladi Kumar” in the media, reflecting his reputation as a versatile and dynamic actor.
Forbes recognized his success by including him in their lists of highest-paid celebrities and highest-paid actors globally from 2015 to 2020. Notably, during 2019 and 2020 he was the only Indian featured on both lists.
Kumar’s film career began in 1991 with the movie Saugandh. He achieved his first major commercial success the following year with Khiladi an action thriller that established him as a leading action star of the 1990s.
This success led to his involvement in several films in the Khiladi series, as well as other action-packed movies like Mohra (1994) and Jaanwar (1999).
Although Kumar’s early attempts at romance, such as in Yeh Dillagi (1994), were well received, it was in the 2000s that he began to diversify his roles. He gained recognition for his performances in romantic films such as Dhadkan (2000), Andaaz (2003), and Namastey London (2007).
Additionally Kumar showcased his comedic talent in films like Hera Pheri (2000), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Phir Hera Pheri (2006), Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007)and Singh Is Kinng (2008).
His performances in Ajnabee (2001) where he played a negative role and Garam Masala (2005), where he demonstrated his comedic skills, earned him Filmfare Awards.
Despite experiencing fluctuations in commercial success, Kumar’s career saw a significant upswing in 2007 with four consecutive box-office hits. His success continued with notable films such as Rowdy Rathore (2012) and Holiday (2014).
During this period, critical acclaim for his work improved significantly, particularly for his performances in Special 26 (2013), Baby (2015), Airlift (2016), and Jolly LLB 2 (2017). Kumar’s role in Rustom (2016) earned him the National Film Award for Best Actor.
Kumar further garnered attention for his self-produced social films Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017) and Pad Man (2018). His work in the war film Kesari (2019) and the record-breaking box-office successes of Mission Mangal, Housefull 4 and Good Newwz in 2019 cemented his status as a leading actor.
In 2021he continued his success with the action film Sooryavanshi. However his career faced a setback with the exception of the comedy-drama OMG 2 (2023).
Beyond acting, Kumar has ventured into various other fields. He began hosting the popular reality show Fear Factor Khatron Ke Khiladi in 2008 a role he continued for four seasons. In 2014 he launched the TV reality show Dare 2 Dance.
Kumar is also involved in sports, owning the Khalsa Warriors team in the World Kabaddi League. His off-screen contributions include setting up martial arts training schools aimed at enhancing women’s safety in India.
Kumar is known for his philanthropy and support for various charitable causes. He is also a prominent brand endorser in India. From 2011 to 2023, he was a Canadian citizen, reflecting his international presence and diverse interests.