Akshay Kumar shares emotional tribute to Asrani ji ahead of Bhooth Bangla release: “A Masterclass Every Time”

Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar took to social media on Wednesday to share a touching memory from the sets of his upcoming horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla. The actor posted a picture from the film’s shoot featuring the late veteran comedian Asrani jidescribing it as far more than just a photograph — a complete journey captured in one frame.

In his emotional note, Akshay wrote:

“A picture is never just a fragment of a memory… This picture covers an entire journey. This picture is from the shoot of our Bhooth Bangla… My second last film with Asrani ji. Total 12 films we did together, and in each one I learned something new from her… it was like a masterclass every single time. Comedy looks so easy when you do it, but in reality it is a difficult art. Asrani. Bhooth Bangla is releasing tomorrow, it is not just a film, it is a tribute… it is a salute to our legend Asrani ji, you will always be remembered.”

Sometimes a picture is not just a piece of memory… it encompasses a whole journey ❤️
This picture is from the shoot of our Bhooth Bangla…my second last film with Asrani ji. Total 12 films were made with us, and in each one I learned something new from them.. it was like a… pic.twitter.com/xaJKmV9O5l

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) April 15, 2026

The post has already received a warm response from fans and the film fraternity, with many appreciating the heartfelt salute to the iconic actor.

Bhooth Bangla Release Date

The much-awaited film is scheduled to hit theatres on 16th April 2026 (with some sources mentioning previews or slight variations around 16-17 April). Advance bookings are already generating buzz, and fans are excited to see Akshay Kumar back in the horror-comedy genre alongside Priyadarshan’s signature style.