Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla has enjoyed a steady first week at the box office, moving close to the ₹85 crore India net mark in just seven days. The film has also crossed ₹135 crore worldwide, giving the actor one of his stronger theatrical performers in recent times.
After a solid opening weekend, the horror-comedy managed to hold well during the weekdays, showing consistent audience interest. Despite competition from other films and distractions like the IPL season, the movie continued to draw viewers, especially in urban centres and family audiences.
Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhooth Bangla has generated extra buzz because it reunites the filmmaker with Akshay Kumar after several popular comedy hits in the past. Many moviegoers appear to have responded positively to the familiar pairing, along with the film’s mix of comedy, suspense and light horror.
Trade watchers say the film’s weekday collections suggest healthy word-of-mouth support. Family crowds and Akshay Kumar fans have helped the movie maintain momentum through the week, rather than seeing a sharp drop after the opening weekend.
With the second weekend now beginning, attention will shift to whether Bhooth Bangla can continue the same pace and move towards the ₹100 crore domestic milestone. A strong weekend performance could significantly boost its overall run and strengthen its box office position further.
The film’s overseas business has also added to its strong first-week total, pushing the worldwide collection beyond ₹135 crore. This indicates steady support from international markets where Akshay Kumar has a regular audience base.
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