Bhooth Bangla Box Office: Akshay Kumar Starrer Nears ₹150 Crore Milestone, Holds Strong in Third Week
Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan and starring Akshay Kumar, continues its steady run at the Indian box office. The horror-comedy has maintained a solid hold in its third week and is now on track to cross the ₹150 crore mark in its full theatrical run.
Third Monday Collection and Occupancy Trend
On its third Monday, the film collected approximately ₹1.50 crore nett in India. This marked a drop of around 65% compared to the third Friday, which had benefited from a holiday boost. The decline was also influenced by increased public attention on poll results, which impacted theatre footfalls during the day.
Despite the drop, industry tracking suggests the Monday performance remains stable in the context of its third-week run, especially after multiple weeks in theatres.
Strong Third Week Performance So Far
The film has managed to collect around ₹16 crore nett in its third week so far, showing reasonable consistency even after entering its third weekend phase. The weekend trend remained relatively steady, with:
- 3rd Friday: ₹4.50 crore
- 3rd Saturday: ₹4.50 crore
- 3rd Sunday: ₹5.50 crore
- 3rd Monday: ₹1.50 crore (approx.)
The cumulative total of Bhooth Bangla now stands at approximately ₹138 crore nett after 18 days.
Lifetime Target: ₹150–160 Crore Range
Based on current performance trends, the film is expected to close its third week at around ₹20 crore nett. Trade estimates suggest that the horror-comedy will comfortably cross the ₹150 crore mark in its full run.
If the film continues to show traction in its fourth and fifth weeks, it could eventually finish its theatrical run in the ₹160 crore nett range.
A Crucial Film for Akshay Kumar
The success of Bhooth Bangla holds added significance for Akshay Kumar, who has faced a challenging post-pandemic box office phase with multiple underperformers.
While the previous year saw mixed results, this film marks a notable turnaround, delivering a solid hit for the actor. Industry observers note that consistent performers like Akshay Kumar play an important role in keeping the box office active, given their frequent releases and wide audience reach.
Industry Perspective
Trade analysts point out that Bollywood remains largely star-driven, and steady releases from leading actors help sustain overall box office momentum. Unlike some actors who release films after long gaps, Akshay Kumar’s frequent presence ensures continued theatrical engagement, even during fluctuating market conditions.
Box Office Summary
- Week 1: ₹80.50 crore nett
- Week 2: ₹41.50 crore nett
- Week 3 (so far): ₹16 crore nett
- Total: ₹138 crore nett
Conclusion
With ₹138 crore already in its kitty, Bhooth Bangla is firmly positioned as a successful theatrical performer. As it inches closer to the ₹150 crore milestone, the Akshay Kumar starrer continues to show that strong content and genre appeal can still drive long box office legs in the post-pandemic era.
