Priyadarshan explained that he usually finalises his cast only after completing the script. However, when it comes to comedy, he naturally leans towards Akshay Kumar
Filmmaker Priyadarshan, known for cult comedy hits like Bhagam Bhag, Malamaal Weekly, Chup Chup Ke, and Hera Pheri, has said that Akshay Kumar remains his top choice for Hindi comedy films.
The director is reuniting with Akshay for the upcoming horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla, slated for a theatrical release on April 10. The duo has previously delivered popular films such as Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Bhagam Bhag, Hera Pheri, and Garam Masala.
Priyadarshan explained that he usually finalises his cast only after completing the script. However, when it comes to comedy, he naturally leans towards Akshay Kumar, citing both personal preference and the ease of working together as key reasons.
"I think about my script first. Then I decide who is right for it. Whenever I think of humour, my first preference is Akshay. More than anything, it's my comfort level of working with him," said Priyadarshan.
The director also reflected on the making of Bhool Bhulaiya and noted that the film was originally supposed to be a psychological thriller rather than a horror comedy.
"No, we didn't think about horror comedy when we made Bhool Bhulaiya. We just thought of a film which is a psychological thriller, but if you watch any of my films, there will be a lot of humour," said Priyadarshan.
He continued, "From the day I started my career, I have been doing that. I like situational humour. So, I also tried to put a little bit of humour into horror because when you go to watch a horror film, people will be a little tense. So, they actually look for a chance to laugh a little bit at that. That is how we have decided to make films in the genre of horror comedy. In Bhooth Bangla, there are also sequences which are very tense. At the same time, there is a lot of humour in the film. So, this is a nice combination. People like both."
Meanwhile, Bhooth Bangla is presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Ltd, in association with Cape of Good Films.
The film also stars Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Tabu and Wamiqa Gabbi in prominent roles.ANI
Published: 24 Mar 2026, 03:14 pm IST
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