Bhooth Bangla crossed ₹154.75Cr India Net on Day 23. Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan’s horror-comedy remains one of the most consistent non-sequel Hindi films of 2026.

No hype. Just steady, reliable footfalls week after week.
Day 23 Milestone
India Net (D23)₹154.75Cr
Worldwide Gross₹234.93Cr
Hold PatternSteady mid-week adds
Budget₹120Cr
The film opened modestly and has held remarkably well into Week 4. Families and repeat audiences continue to drive the numbers. Priyadarshan’s formula — equal parts scares and situational comedy — still works because it knows exactly who it is for.
In a year dominated by sequels and big-budget spectacles, Bhooth Bangla proves that smart, audience-first entertainment can still deliver consistent results and become a quiet winner for its star.
The bigger picture: This is the kind of reliable performer Akshay Kumar needed after a string of underperformers.