Akshay Kumar seems to have finally found some momentum overseas, and Bhooth Bangla is reflecting that on day 1 itself. The horror-comedy has taken a promising start not just in India but also in the North American market. With decent pre-release buzz and favorable early reactions, the film has managed to pull off a healthy opening number, especially when compared to the actor’s recent releases.
Bhooth Bangla Registers A Strong Start In North America
As per the day 1 update, Bhooth Bangla has earned $345K (including premieres) in North America, which converts to approximately ₹3.19 crore. This is being considered a good opening, especially for a genre-driven film.
The film witnessed a noticeable jump in footfall from evening shows onwards, thanks to mostly favorable word of mouth. This upward trend helped the film close its opening day on a solid note, setting the base for the weekend.
Beats Sky Force By A Massive 218% On Day 1
What makes this opening even more impressive is its comparison with Sky Force, one of Akshay Kumar’s recent big releases. The film had opened at just $108.4K in North America.
In comparison, Bhooth Bangla has recorded 218.26% higher earnings on day 1, marking a significant improvement. This clearly indicates stronger audience interest and better initial reception.
With positive word of mouth coming into play, the film is now heading towards a healthy opening weekend. It is also benefiting from the slowdown in Dhurandhar 2, which is giving it more breathing space in the market.
Why This Opening Matters For Akshay Kumar
Akshay Kumar enjoys a loyal fan base in the North American territory, but several of his recent films failed to capitalize on that potential during the initial days. However, with Bhooth Bangla, things seem to be turning around.
The combination of Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan appears to have struck the right chord with the audience, helping the film gain traction right from day 1.
More About The Film
Bhooth Bangla is a horror-comedy directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Akshay Kumar, Shobha Kapoor, and Ekta Kapoor under Cape of Good Films and Balaji Motion Pictures. The film also features Paresh Rawal, Jisshu Sengupta, Rajpal Yadav, Tabu, and Wamiqa Gabbi in key roles.
Reportedly mounted on a budget of ₹120 crore, the film is distributed by Pen Marudhar.
