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Bhooth Bangla: Akshay Kumar wishes mentor Priyadarshan on his birthday, makers drop a unseen BTS still - Check out

Akshay Kumar who is now busy shooting Bhooth Bangla is now celebrating director Priyadarshan’s birthday with the team. 

Bhooth Bangla: Akshay Kumar wishes mentor Priyadarshan on his birthday, makers drop a unseen BTS still - Check out

Behind The Scenes Still From Bhooth Bangla Sets

Last Updated: 03.28 PM, Jan 30, 2025

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The past few weeks have been filled with constant updates from the sets of Bhooth Bangla, a film that holds special significance for Akshay Kumar's fans for multiple reasons. The movie, starring Kumar in the lead, marks his reunion with Hera Pheri director Priyadarshan after over a decade. Additionally, it brings him back on screen with Tabu, his co-star from the same film. Over the years, the actor-director duo has delivered some of Indian cinema’s finest comedies. Now, as they continue working on their latest project, Priyadarshan is celebrating his birthday today, and Akshay Kumar took to Instagram to share a heartfelt wish. To mark the occasion, the makers have also released a behind-the-scenes still.

Akshay Kumar & Team Wish Priyadarshan

Priyadarshan is undoubtedly one of Indian cinema's most iconic directors, known for consistently entertaining audiences with blockbuster films. He has always assembled stellar casts for his projects, and his collaborations with Akshay Kumar have created magic on screen. Now, with his highly anticipated upcoming film Bhooth Bangla, he reunites comedy legends such as Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, and Asrani. 

Sharing a lovely picture with the filmmaker, Akshay Kumar wrote in a heartfelt caption:"Happy Birthday, Priyan Sir! What better way to celebrate than by spending the day on a haunted set, surrounded by ghosts—both real and unpaid extras? Thank you for being a mentor and the only person who can make chaos look like a masterpiece. May your day be filled with fewer retakes. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead!"

Additionally, Balaji Motion Pictures shared a BTS still from the sets of Bhooth Bangla on their official Instagram handle. The image captures the team having a great time, further fueling excitement about the film. They captioned the post with a heartfelt message: "Happy Birthday to the legend who redefined entertainment, @priyadarshan.official! ✨🎥"

About Bhooth Bangla

A few days ago, Tabu joined the cast in Jaipur for the shoot, where Akshay Kumar welcomed her with a warm hug. Bhooth Bangla is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated horror comedies, eagerly awaited by fans. The film brings together comedy icons Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, and Rajpal Yadav, who have previously collaborated with Priyadarshan on films such as Garam Masala, Bhagam Bhag, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, De Dana Dan, and Khatta Meetha. This time, Bhooth Bangla also marks the return of another comedy legend, Asrani, reuniting with Priyadarshan after a long time. With this powerhouse of talent, the film promises yet another magical cinematic experience.

Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhooth Bangla is produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor’s Balaji Telefilms, along with Akshay Kumar’s production house, Cape of Good Films. The film is co-produced by Faara Sheikh and Vedant Baali. The story is written by Akash A. Kaushik, with a screenplay by Rohan Shankar, Abilash Nair, and Priyadarshan. The dialogues are penned by Rohan Shankar.

Bhooth Bangla is slated for a theatrical release on April 2, 2026. Stay tuned to OTTplay for more updates on this and everything else from the world of streaming and films.

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