Overview
- Priyadarshan, in interviews published Monday, called reports that Bhooth Bangla began as a Bhool Bhulaiyaa sequel “false” and said his new film is an “absolute fantasy” built on a consciousness‑transfer idea.
- Viewers drew parallels after the teaser because the film reunites Akshay Kumar with Paresh Rawal, Tabu, Rajpal Yadav and Wamiqa Gabbi and uses the same haveli location seen in the 2007 psychological thriller Bhool Bhulaiyaa.
- Release timing remains unclear, with BookMyShow listing April 17 on Monday before reverting to April 10 on Tuesday, while the makers’ latest social posts still show April 10 and no official delay has been announced.
- The trailer has not been released, and trade reporting says the team is eyeing April 6 for the launch and may hold paid previews on April 16, which remain unconfirmed by the producers.
- Multiple outlets cite trade sources pegging the runtime at about 170 minutes, which would make it one of Akshay Kumar’s longest recent Hindi releases and could shape show counts and viewer turnarounds in the opening week.