Bhooth Bangla Box Office Collection: Akshay Kumar’s Film Opens Decently as Dhurandhar 2 Dominates Strongly

Bhooth Bangla, the new horror-comedy starring Akshay Kumar and directed by Priyadarshan, has opened to a decent start at the Indian box office, but faces strong competition from the ongoing blockbuster Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Despite solid paid previews and steady advance bookings, the film enters theatres at a time when Dhurandhar continues to dominate screens.

Bhooth Bangla Box Office Collection Day 1 Updates: Akshay Kumar-Priyadarshan Film Opens Decently, Mints Rs 2.76 Crore So Far

According to early estimates reported by Sacnilk, the film has collected around Rs 2.76 crore net on Day 1 so far, with data still being updated as late-night shows conclude. The movie is currently running across 5,862 shows nationwide.

Including paid previews, Bhooth Bangla has recorded a total India net collection of approximately Rs 6.26 crore, while the India gross stands at around Rs 7.46 crore. The platform also noted that the film earned between Rs 3.50 crore and Rs 3.75 crore net from paid previews across India.

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 Box Office Collection Day 30 Vs Bhooth Bangla BO

The film's release comes roughly four weeks after Dhurandhar: The Revenge, which has been dominating the box office during this period. The sequel has reportedly collected around Rs 1,100 crore net in India and reached a massive worldwide gross of Rs 1,738 crore, maintaining strong momentum even in its fifth week.

Dhurandhar: The Revenge Vs Bhooth Bangla

On Day 29 (fourth Thursday), Dhurandhar: The Revenge earned about Rs 3.40 crore net in India. Entering Day 30, the film continues to run in 1,448 shows across the country, with early estimates from Sacnilk placing its live collection at around Rs 0.73 crore net so far, with final numbers expected later.

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Dhurandhar Franchise Sets New Record; Dhurandhar (1st Part) + Dhurandhar: The Revenge Crosses Rs 3,000 Crore Worldwide; Beats Baahubali & Pushpa

The combined worldwide earnings of the Dhurandhar franchise have now crossed Rs 3,019 crore, making it the first Indian film series to breach the Rs 3,000 crore global milestone.

By surpassing this mark, the franchise has overtaken Baahubali, Pushpa, and KGF in cumulative global collections. While Baahubali previously led with Rs 2,438 crore, Pushpa has earned Rs 2,221 crore worldwide and KGF stands at Rs 1,453 crore.

Bhooth Bangla Movie Review; Fans Reaction

Despite the decent opening, audience response to Bhooth Bangla has been mixed, with several viewers sharing their reactions after watching the film outside theatres. The horror-comedy-mystery blend delivers a few engaging moments, but many viewers have described the film as uneven and stretched.

Issues such as weak music, a loose screenplay, and underutilised supporting cast have been pointed out by audiences. While the film offers some laughs and occasional scares, it is largely being seen as a one-time watch rather than a standout entertainer.

"Viewers expect a certain spark whenever Akshay Kumar teams up with Priyadarshan, thanks to films like Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Hera Pheri and Bhagam Bhag. This time, that familiar magic does not appear," said Raman Sharma, a fan of the actor-director duo.

Akshay Kumar's Bhooth Bangla Run Time

The film has a runtime of around 174 minutes and 57 seconds.

Akshay Kumar's Movie Bhooth Bangla Storyline

The story begins in the fictional village of Mangalpur, where weddings are surrounded by fear due to a long-standing curse. According to local legend, a demon named Vadhusur kidnaps newlywed brides. It is believed that if the demon succeeds in killing a specific bride, it will gain immortality, making the curse permanent.

Away from this village, Arjun Acharya lives in London with his father Vasudev and sister Meera. As Meera's marriage is arranged, the family receives unexpected news-she has inherited a Rs 500 crore estate, including an ancestral haveli in Mangalpur. The family decides to host the wedding in the same mansion, unknowingly stepping into a dangerous legacy.

Bhooth Bangla Cast

Apart from Akshay Kumar, the film features a strong ensemble including Wamiqa Gabbi, Tabu, Paresh Rawal and Rajpal Yadav.

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