Bhooth Bangla box office collection continues to impress trade analysts as Akshay Kumar’s horror-comedy, directed by Priyadarshan, races past the ₹111 crore mark globally within its first week of release. The film, which hit theatres on April 17, 2026 (with paid previews on April 16), has emerged as one of the stronger openers of 2026, blending laughs, scares, and family entertainment.
With a reported budget of ₹120 crore, Bhooth Bangla (also spelled Bhoot Bangla) is already the third highest-grossing Hindi film of 2026 and ranks seventh among all Indian films this year. Strong weekend growth, solid word-of-mouth, and Akshay Kumar’s star power have driven the numbers despite mixed critical reviews.
Bhooth Bangla Box Office Collection: Latest India Nett & Worldwide Figures (as of April 21, 2026)
- India Nett: ₹73.35 crore
- India Gross: ₹87.32 crore
- Overseas Gross: ₹24.54 crore (approx. $2.65 million)
- Worldwide Gross: ₹111.86 crore
These figures position Bhooth Bangla as a promising mid-budget performer in the horror-comedy genre, already nearing breakeven territory with strong potential in Week 1.
Bhooth Bangla Day Wise Box Office Collection (India Nett)
Here’s the complete day-wise breakup as per Bollywood Hungama data:
| Day | Date | Amount (₹ cr.) | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paid Preview | 16-Apr-2026 (Thu) | 3.50 | – |
| Day 1 | 17-Apr-2026 (Fri) | 14.40 | +311.43% |
| Day 2 | 18-Apr-2026 (Sat) | 21.75 | +51.04% |
| Day 3 | 19-Apr-2026 (Sun) | 25.60 | +17.70% |
| Day 4 | 20-Apr-2026 (Mon) | 8.10 | -68.36% |
| Opening Weekend | – | 65.25 | – |
| Total (India Nett till Day 4) | – | 73.35 | – |
The film saw a massive jump from previews to Friday, followed by excellent Saturday and Sunday growth — typical for family-oriented horror comedies. Monday saw the expected drop, but the numbers remain respectable for a non-holiday release.
India vs Overseas Performance
- Domestic collections have been driven by strong multiplex and single-screen footfalls, especially in Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, and South circuits.
- Overseas markets contributed significantly, with notable earnings from the USA, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Malaysia during the opening weekend.
How Bhooth Bangla Compares
- Budget vs Collection: At ₹120 crore budget, the film is on track for profitability if it sustains momentum through the weekdays and second weekend.
- Akshay Kumar’s Recent Track Record: This marks one of his better openers post-Sooryavanshi, giving the superstar a much-needed box-office boost.
- Genre Benchmark: It outperforms several recent horror-comedies in opening weekend pace and already stands among the top Hindi grossers of 2026.
Critical Reception & Audience Buzz
Critics gave Bhooth Bangla mixed reviews (2.5–3.5/5 range), praising the Priyadarshan-style chaos, Akshay Kumar’s dual role, and performances by Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Tabu, and the supporting cast. Some noted the second half felt stretched, but audiences are loving the “family entertainer” vibe with ghosts, black magic, and laughs.
Will Bhooth Bangla Be a Hit? Early Verdict
With ₹73.35 crore India nett and ₹111.86 crore worldwide in four days, Bhooth Bangla is heading towards Hit status if it crosses ₹100 crore nett domestically. The horror-comedy has beaten expectations and is giving strong competition to other 2026 releases.
