'Bhooth Bangla' is set to hit theaters on April 17, marking a long-awaited collaboration between Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan after 14 years. This horror-comedy, one of the most anticipated films of 2026, features a stellar cast including Paresh Rawal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jisshu Sengupta, Rajpal Yadav, and Tabu. The film is particularly significant for Akshay, who has been seeking a major success, and for Priyadarshan, who aims to revive his comedic style.
As reported by Koimoi, Akshay Kumar has made a notable adjustment to his salary for 'Bhooth Bangla', prioritizing his return to the horror-comedy genre. He has reportedly accepted a 28.5% pay cut compared to his previous film, 'Jolly LLB 3', where he earned Rs 70 crore. For 'Bhooth Bangla', his fee is Rs 50 crore, making him the highest-paid actor on set by a significant margin.
Despite taking a lower salary, Akshay's earnings still account for nearly 42% of the film's total budget, which is around Rs 120 crore. His willingness to accept a reduced fee may be a strategic move to keep the film's overall costs manageable.
Additionally, Tabu has also taken a pay cut of 16%, reportedly earning Rs 2.5 crore for her role, down from Rs 3 crore for her previous project, 'Auron Mein Kahan Dum Tha'. Akshay's salary is still significantly higher, being 20 times that of Tabu. Wamiqa Gabbi is believed to have earned Rs 3 crore, surpassing veteran actor Paresh Rawal, who received Rs 2 crore. Jisshu Sengupta's fee was Rs 1 crore, while Rajpal Yadav earned between Rs 1-1.5 crore, according to the same report.
'Bhooth Bangla' tells the story of Akshay Kumar's character, who inherits a palace in the rural area of Mangalpur. As he prepares for his sister's wedding at the venue, he encounters bizarre supernatural occurrences that alarm the local community. This prompts him to delve into the palace's enigmatic history, uncovering hidden secrets and folklore. Akshay and Priyadarshan have previously collaborated on several successful films, including 'Hera Pheri', 'Garam Masala', 'Bhagam Bhag', 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa', 'De Dana Dan', and 'Khatta Meetha'.
