Mumbai: Director Priyadarshan received a laugh-filled birthday wish from the cast and crew of his upcoming horror-comedy Bhoot Bangla, which hits the perfect comic note in true Priyadarshan style. The filmmaker, who reunited with Akshay Kumar after years, was showered with quirky messages from his cast including Rajpal Yadav, Paresh Rawal, Tabu, Wamiqa Gabbi and producer Ekta Kapoor.
One of the most awaited horror comedies of the year, Bhoot Bangla has already created massive buzz with the release of its first poster and an interesting motion poster. Fans are especially excited to see the return of the iconic Priyadarshan-Akshay Kumar collaboration, which once gave cult classic films like Hera Pheri and Bhool Bhulaiyaa.
Happy birthday to one of the best people I know. Have a nice year dear sir, happy birthday 😉 @priyadarshandir @vidya_balan pic.twitter.com/hKB3mEhZI5– Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) 30 January 2026
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Actor Rajpal Yadav, while wishing his birthday in a funny manner on social media, wrote, “Oho…Chup-chup ke churi pe party ho rahi hai maalik! Many happy returns of the day, Priyan ji.”
Oho… a silent party is going on at the bangle, boss!
Many happy returns of the day Priyan ji.@priyadarshandir https://t.co/IGP0JMLwnr pic.twitter.com/fW2Y0H6Z4n– Rajpal Naurang Yadav (@rajpalofficial) 30 January 2026
Paresh Rawal, known for his brilliant comic timing, added his witty touch and said, “Bangle mein party, mereko to yeh sunake taut dhak dhak horela hai re baba! Happy birthday Priyan sir.”
Party in bangles, I am absolutely thrilled to hear this! Happy Birthday Priyan Sir@priyadarshandir https://t.co/Br5p0wXHun pic.twitter.com/Qsf4oxo0Xv– Paresh Rawal (@SirPareshRawal) 30 January 2026
Producer Ekta Kapoor also joined in with a playful message, writing, “Happy Birthday, Priyan Sir. So happy to be a permanent resident of Bhoot Bangla.”
Many happy returns of the day, Priyan Sir
I am very happy to become a permanent resident of Bhoot Bungalow @priyadarshandirHahaha @akshay kumar @vidya_balan This desire is a ghost https://t.co/XUX0IiKg5z– Ekta R Kapoor (@EktaaRKapoor) 30 January 2026
Wamiqa Gabbi teased fans with her excitement for the celebration and the film, posting, “Looks like it’s going to be an ad-ghost party in Bengali! Can’t wait!!! Happy Birthday Priyan Sir.”
Responding to the love and wishes, Priyadarshan expressed his gratitude in a joyful note while replying to Akshay Kumar’s birthday message. He wrote, “Didn’t expect the day to be so horrible. Thank you all for your love.”
Didn’t expect that the day would be so dreadful.
thank you for all your love @akshay kumar @vidya_balan @rajpalofficial @sarpareshrawal @EktaaRKapoor @balajimotionpic https://t.co/UjmhPtW7yU-Priyadarshan (@priyadarshandir) 30 January 2026
The exchange of fun-filled birthday messages increased the excitement towards Bhoot Bangla, which promises a mix of horror, comedy and nostalgia with a powerhouse cast.
Bhoot Bangla is presented by Balaji Motion Pictures, a division of Balaji Telefilms Limited, in association with Cape of Good Films. The film stars Akshay Kumar, Vamika Gabbi, Paresh Rawal, Tabu and Rajpal Yadav. It is directed by Priyadarshan and produced by Akshay Kumar, Shobha Kapoor and Ekta R Kapoor.
The film is scheduled to release in theaters on 15 May 2026.