Bollywood is set for a major nostalgic reunion as actress Tabu joins superstar Akshay Kumar for the upcoming horror-comedy film 'Bhooth Bangla'. This marks their first collaboration on screen in nearly two decades, generating immense excitement among fans. The film also heralds the return of director Priyadarshan with Akshay Kumar after a long gap of 14 years.
Star-Studded Cast and Exciting Announcements
The casting news for 'Bhooth Bangla' has been rolling out steadily, building anticipation. Akshay Kumar first shared his enthusiasm about reuniting with Priyadarshan on social media back in September. He later announced that veteran actor Paresh Rawal is also part of the project. The latest and most thrilling addition is Tabu, who confirmed her involvement on Sunday via her social media handle.
Tabu posted a picture of a clapperboard with the playful caption, "Hum yahan bandh hain". Her announcement was met with a warm welcome from producer Ektaa Kapoor, who is backing the film. Kapoor, who recently worked with Tabu on the hit film 'Crew', commented, "Aaapka swaaagat hai always an honour tabu mam." Reports confirm that the team is currently filming a schedule in Jaipur, and Tabu has joined the shoot there.
A Dream Collaboration for Fans
The prospect of seeing Akshay Kumar and Tabu share the screen again has sent fans into a frenzy. Their last notable collaboration was years ago, making this a highly awaited event. The excitement is doubly high because Tabu is returning to the horror-comedy genre after her massively popular role as Manjulika in 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2'.
Fans are already drawing connections, calling this a crossover event. Social media is abuzz with comments like "Manjulika meeting Dr Aditya Shrivastava"—referencing Akshay's character from the original 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa'. Others noted the "full bhul bhulaiya 1 wali wibes" with Priyadarshan back in the director's chair, with some even speculating it could be a real successor to the beloved franchise.
Production Details and Release Date
'Bhooth Bangla' is a major production venture. It is directed by the acclaimed Priyadarshan and produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R. Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms in association with Akshay Kumar's Cape of Good Films. The story is penned by Akash A Kaushik, with the screenplay developed by Rohan Shankar, Abilash Nair, and Priyadarshan himself.
The makers have already locked a theatrical release date for the film. Audiences can mark their calendars for April 2, 2026, when 'Bhooth Bangla' is slated to hit cinemas nationwide. With its powerful star cast, celebrated director, and popular genre, the film is poised to be one of the most anticipated releases of 2026.
