Even though Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla received mixed reviews, audiences reacted differently at the box office.
The horror-comedy, directed by Priyadarshan steadily gained success at the box office. This shows that word of mouth and curiosity keep it relevant.
Bhooth Bangla box office collection earnings cross 70 crore
The film had a strong start, earning Rs 12.25 crore on its opening day. It picked up even more over the weekend, making Rs 19 crore on Day 2 and Rs 23 crore on Day 3. Like many films, it experienced a dip mid-week, dropping to Rs 6.75 crore on Monday.
However, it didn’t lose all its momentum. By Day 5, it managed ₹7.65 crore, bringing the India net total to Rs 72.40 crore. Overall, the domestic gross stands at Rs 86.21crore, which is a solid start.
Gain public attention due to cast and nostalgia
Beyond the numbers, Bhooth Bangla has gained attention for its cast and nostalgia. It marks a long-awaited reunion between Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, a pairing that fans have wanted to see again for years.
The cast also includes Paresh Rawal, Tabu, Rajpal Yadav, Rajesh Sharma, Jisshu Sengupta, Mithila Palkar, the late Asrani, and Wamiqa Gabbi.
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