# Akshay Kumar Needed This Win — And Bhooth Bangla Is Delivering It Week After Week

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Published: 2026-05-06  
Updated: 2026-05-06  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Bhooth Bangla box office: Akshay Kumar’s horror comedy crosses Rs 140 crore nett in India after 3 weeks, eyes Rs 160 crore lifetime total

There’s something deeply satisfying about watching a film that audiences genuinely enjoy keep ticking at the box office long after its opening weekend. **Bhooth Bangla**, directed by Priyadarshan and starring Akshay Kumar and Wamiqa Gabbi, is doing exactly that. Entering its third week, the film has now crossed the **Rs 140 crore nett** mark in India — a confirmed Hit verdict — and it’s showing no signs of slowing down just yet.

### Bhooth Bangla India Box Office: Week-Wise Collections

| Period | Nett Collection |
| --- | --- |
| Week 1 | Rs. 80.50 crore |
| Week 2 | Rs. 41.50 crore |
| 3rd Friday | Rs. 4.50 crore |
| 3rd Saturday | Rs. 4.50 crore |
| 3rd Sunday | Rs. 5.50 crore |
| 3rd Monday | Rs. 1.50 crore |
| 3rd Tuesday | Rs. 2.00 crore (est.) |
| **Running Total** | **Rs. 140 crore nett** |

### Why This Is A Big Deal For Akshay Kumar

Let’s be real — Akshay Kumar has had a rough few years post-pandemic. A string of underperformers had many writing him off, and while 2025 showed some recovery with a few decent releases, none crossed the finish line as a definitive Hit — until now.

![Bhooth Bangla](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/bhootstsh.jpg)

Bhooth Bangla is exactly what the [horror comedy](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horror_comedy) genre does at its best — it entertains broadly, drives repeat viewing, and holds up in its second and third weeks without a dramatic collapse. The film registered a **25% jump on its 3rd Tuesday** compared to Monday, which is a strong sign of continued audience interest.

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### What’s The Lifetime Projection?

With Rs. 18 crore already in Week 3 and the film expected to close Week 3 at around **Rs. 20–21 crore**, Bhooth Bangla is firmly on course to **cross Rs 150 crore** in the coming days. If the momentum holds, the film could eventually close its theatrical run at around **Rs 160 crore nett** — a genuinely strong result for a mid-budget Bollywood horror comedy.

Consistent stars like Akshay Kumar — who deliver multiple films a year and keep the box office active — are arguably just as valuable to the Hindi film ecosystem as the occasional blockbuster, and Bhooth Bangla makes that case convincingly.

### FAQs

### **Q: What is the total India box office collection of Bhooth Bangla so far?**

Bhooth Bangla has crossed Rs. 140 crore nett at the India box office after its 3rd Tuesday, making it a confirmed Hit film.

### **Q: What is the expected lifetime collection of Bhooth Bangla in India?**

Based on current trends, Bhooth Bangla is projected to close its theatrical run around Rs. 160 crore nett in India after crossing the Rs. 150 crore milestone shortly.