Bhoot Bangla Makes a Solid Start at the Box Office

The much-awaited horror-comedy Bhoot Bangla, starring Akshay Kumar, has finally hit theatres and is already creating a buzz at the box office. Released on February 17, 2026, the film marks Akshay Kumar’s return to the horror-comedy genre after nearly five years, generating strong excitement among fans.

Adding to the hype, the movie also reunites the actor with renowned filmmaker Priyadarshan after a gap of 14 years—a collaboration that has delivered several memorable hits in the past.

Why ‘Bhoot Bangla’ Generated So Much Buzz

Several factors contributed to the film’s strong pre-release anticipation:

• Akshay Kumar’s return to horror-comedy, a genre he excels in
• Reunion with director Priyadarshan, known for iconic comedy films
• High pre-release promotions and audience curiosity
• Strategic paid preview shows before official release

These elements helped build strong momentum ahead of its theatrical debut.

‘Bhoot Bangla’ First-Day Box Office Collection

The film has delivered an encouraging performance on its opening day:

• Paid Preview Collection: ₹3.40 crore
• Day 1 Collection: ₹12.25 crore
• Total Opening (India Net): ₹15.75 crore

This solid opening indicates a promising run, especially in a competitive box office environment.

Among the Top Bollywood Openers of 2026

Despite facing stiff competition from big releases, Bhoot Bangla has managed to secure a respectable position among the top openers of the year.

Top Bollywood Openers of 2026 (India Net):

• Dhurandhar 2 – ₹145 crore
• Border 2 – ₹32.1 crore
• Bhoot Bangla – ₹15.75 crore
• O Romeo – ₹9.01 crore
• Ikkis – ₹7.28 crore
• Mardaani 3 – ₹4 crore

While it may not have surpassed the top two films, it has outperformed several other releases.

One of Akshay Kumar’s Top Post-Pandemic Openers

The film has also secured a spot among Akshay Kumar’s biggest openers in recent years:

Top 5 Openers (Post-COVID):

• Sooryavanshi – ₹26.29 crore
• Housefull 5 – ₹24.00 crore
• Bhoot Bangla – ₹15.75 crore
• Bade Miyan Chote Miyan – ₹15.50 crore
• Ram Setu – ₹15.20 crore

This makes Bhoot Bangla one of the actor’s strongest openings in the last few years.

Star Cast of ‘Bhoot Bangla’

The film features a talented ensemble cast:

• Akshay Kumar
• Wamiqa Gabbi
• Tabu
• Paresh Rawal
• Asrani
• Rajpal Yadav

Final Verdict

With a strong opening and positive audience response, Bhoot Bangla has set the stage for a successful theatrical run. If the momentum continues over the weekend, the film could further strengthen its position at the box office.