Zombie and castle emojis spark buzz around Priyadarshan reunion
February 24, 2026: Akshay Kumar and Ektaa Kapoor have set social media abuzz with cryptic emoji posts hinting at their upcoming film Bhoot Bangla. Akshay dropped three zombie emojis on X, while Balaji Motion Pictures cheekily responded, asking if it was a hint. Soon after, Ektaa added three castle emojis, making it clear the tease was linked to the much-awaited horror-comedy. The film marks Akshay’s reunion with director Priyadarshan after 14 years, heightening anticipation among fans.
Earlier this month, Akshay unveiled a quirky teaser revealing the release date. The clip showed a cat scratching off an old calendar date before milk splashed across the page, unveiling April 10, 2026, along with the message “expect the unexpected.” The playful marketing has only intensified excitement around the project, which promises a blend of comedy, chaos and emotional twists.
The film also stars Mithila Palkar, who will play Akshay’s sister, alongside Wamiqa Gabbi, Paresh Rawal, Tabu and Rajpal Yadav. Produced by Balaji Motion Pictures and Cape of Good Films, the entertainer is backed by Akshay Kumar, Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor. With its April 10, 2026 theatrical release locked in, Bhoot Bangla is shaping up to be one of the year’s most anticipated comedies.