Bhooth Bangla Review: First Reactions To Akshay Kumar's Horror-Comedy Out Online

Mumbai, April 16 - Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar-fronted much-awaited horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla is all set to begin its theatrical rollout through paid previews from 9 PM on April 16. Ahead of the release, the film had a screening for the critics and media people, and the initial reaction seems to be very positive.

Directed by Priyadarshan, Bhooth Bangla marks the director's reunion with Akshay Kumar after many years, and the combo seems to have struck a chord again with the critics as far as reactions are concerned. The full-fledged release of the movie is scheduled for April 17.

Produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and Cape of Good Films, Bhooth Bangla also stars Wamiqa Gabbi alongside Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Asrani, and Mithila Palkar, among others, in key roles. Here is what critics are saying about the horror-comedy.

#OneWordReview...#BhoothBangla: ENTERTAINER.
Rating: ⭐️⭐⭐️½
An entertainer that works for most parts... The #AkshayKumar - #Priyadarshan combo doesn't disappoint – the chills and chuckles are in equal measure. #BhoothBanglaReview

The initial sequences may give an impression… pic.twitter.com/oCGAGEaP3P

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) April 16, 2026

#BhoothBangla : ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

It unfolds as a layered supernatural tale rooted in the eerie legend of Vadhusur and a village long possessed by his dark presence, including the haunted bungalow itself. Beneath the horror lies an intriguing backstory that slowly reveals itself, adding… pic.twitter.com/LcqcfRGM62

— Ramesh Bala (@rameshlaus) April 15, 2026

Just finished watching #BhoothBangla...huge fun,couldnt stop chuckling at #AkshayKumar's antics.This is Priyadarshan doing the hera pheri only he knows how to do best

— Subhashk Jha (@SubhashK_Jha) April 15, 2026

Watched #BhoothBangla last night, and must admit - Priyadarshan has put his soul to this one: it not only captured comedy & confusion but also the ghostly world well, be it black magic or demons leading the pack, a good research makes the work easy! @akshaykumar has experiment… pic.twitter.com/GurIVRitvo

— Samina Shaikh 🇮🇳 (@saminaUFshaikh) April 15, 2026

Akshay Kumar is back in the genre he is superb at!
He and Ekta Kapoor's Bhooth Bangla bring back the fever of horror comedy in real sense! Priyadarshan has used all the actors really very well and the situational comedy in the film is over the top, non-stop entertainment from… pic.twitter.com/n7l9JU5E7j

— Upala KBR ❤ (@upalakbr999) April 15, 2026

Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan recreate their legendary magic in Bhooth Bangla, delivering a perfect blend of nostalgic comedy and spine-chilling thrills that keeps you hooked until the very end!

Rating : 4 stars

Full Review coming soon @TV9Bharatvarsh #BhoothBangla… pic.twitter.com/ScWOn65zgi

— Sonali Naik (@oneanonlysonali) April 15, 2026

#BhootBangla Review

‘A Laughter Riot by the Akshay, Paresh, Rajpal Trio...’

RJ #DivyaSolgama (4/5) | Full Review Coming Soon...@priyadarshandir @akshaykumar@SirPareshRawal @EktaaRKapoor@rajpalofficial @WamiqaG@Jisshusengupta @actormanojjoshi@mipalkar @ZeeMusicCompany… pic.twitter.com/F2dqEvtolk

— RJ🇬️9⃣ Divya (दिव्य) Solgama (@DIVYASOLGAMA) April 15, 2026