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Bhooth Bangla Trailer Released, Reunites Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan

Published 8 April 2026

The trailer for the upcoming horror-comedy film Bhooth Bangla was released on April 6, 2026, reuniting actor Akshay Kumar with director Priyadarshan after 14 years. The three-minute video introduces a haunted bungalow in the village of Mangalpur, where Kumar's character faces supernatural threats from a 1,000-year-old demon named Vadhusur while attempting to sell or host a wedding in the property. The film is set for theatrical release on April 16, 2026, with paid previews beginning at 9 p.m. that day.

The story unfolds in a mansion surrounded by a mysterious haunted forest known as Pisaach Van, plagued by a ancient curse and black magic. Kumar's determined protagonist ignores warnings from characters played by Paresh Rawal and others, leading to chaotic encounters with paranormal disturbances and a climactic confrontation with the demon. The trailer highlights slapstick humor, visual effects for eerie sequences, and nostalgic elements reminiscent of the duo's past works, blending lighthearted comedy with suspense.

This marks the seventh collaboration between Kumar and Priyadarshan, whose last joint project was the 2010 film Khatta Meetha. Priyadarshan, known for his comedic...

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