Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan's horror-comedy, 'Bhooth Bangla', has stormed the global box office, crossing the prestigious Rs 100 crore mark within just four days of its release. Despite a natural dip in weekday collections and the ongoing IPL craze, the film has proven its mettle by ending the reign of Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar'.
Akshay Kumar and Wamiqa Gabbi in a still from 'Bhooth Bangla'.
📊 Box Office Snapshot — Day 4 (April 21, 2026)
- 🌍 Worldwide Gross: Rs 106.34 crore — Enters the Rs 100 Crore Club
- 🇮🇳 India Net Collection: Rs 64.75 crore (Day 4: Rs 6.75 crore)
- 🌐 Overseas Gross: Rs 29 crore (Day 4 added Rs 2.50 crore)
- 📉 Monday Drop: 70.7% drop from Sunday's collection of Rs 23.00 crore net.
- 🎭 Genre: Horror-Comedy | Director: Priyadarshan
📈 Day-Wise Breakdown: 'Bhooth Bangla's Stellar Run
The film opened to a fantastic start, fueled by positive word-of-mouth and the powerful reunion of the iconic Akshay Kumar-Priyadarshan duo. After a strong paid preview night, the movie saw consistent growth over its first weekend before the typical Monday slowdown.
| Day | India Net Collection | Day-wise Change / Remark |
|---|---|---|
| Day 0 (Paid Previews) | ₹3.75 Cr | Strong advance buzz |
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹12.25 Cr | Excellent opening |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹19.00 Cr | +55.1% growth |
| Day 3 (Sunday) | ₹23.00 Cr | +21.1% growth |
| Day 4 (Monday) | ₹6.75 Cr | -70.7% drop |
| Total | ₹64.75 Cr | India Net Collection |
Worldwide Milestone
The film's worldwide gross collection crossed Rs 106.34 crore on Day 4, solidifying its status as a commercial hit despite mixed audience reactions.
The IPL Factor
Industry experts note that 'Bhooth Bangla' achieved these numbers despite the IPL craze, which typically affects evening and weekend footfalls.
"The much-awaited collaboration of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, titled ‘Bhooth Bangla’, made it to the theatres on Friday, April 18, 2026. The horror-comedy... is giving tough competition to the undefeated box office champion, Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar’, and has brought an end to its reign."
— Times of India Entertainment Desk
🎬 About the Film & The Priyadarshan Magic
'Bhooth Bangla' marks the return of the successful Akshay Kumar-Priyadarshan combo, known for classic comedies like Hera Pheri and Bhool Bhulaiyaa. The story follows Arjun Acharya (Akshay Kumar), who plans his sister Meera's (Mithila Palkar) grand wedding at their ancestral, but haunted, mansion in Mangalpur.
The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Paresh Rawal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Tabu, Rajpal Yadav, and the late veteran actor Asrani (who passed away in October 2025), among others.
💡 Box Office Verdict & Outlook
- Current Status: Hit. Crossed ₹100 crore worldwide in 4 days.
- Challenge: The significant Monday drop (70.7%) indicates reliance on weekend audiences. Weekday performance will be crucial.
- Competition: Continues to clash with Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar', which had a strong hold on the box office prior to this release.
- Target: The film will aim for a strong second weekend to push towards the ₹150-200 crore worldwide mark.
📡 Disclaimer
The box office numbers and data in this article are compiled from diverse public and industry sources (including Sacnilk). All figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the movie's box office performance. This data is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only.
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