Bhooth Bangla Day 36 Box Office: Sustains Run, Net India Approaches ₹160 Cr

Priyadarshan's horror-comedy "Bhooth Bangla" continues its remarkable journey at the box office, with early estimates suggesting its cumulative Gross India collections have now crossed an impressive ₹187 crore mark. The film, starring Akshay Kumar, is holding its ground even in its sixth week, demonstrating solid audience acceptance since its release on April 17, 2026.

On Day 36, which is May 22, 2026, initial reports put "Bhooth Bangla's" estimated Net India collection at ₹0.61 crore. While a normal weekday dip is observed, this figure adds to its already substantial total, pushing its estimated Net India tally to an impressive ₹159.16 crore, bringing it ever closer to the significant ₹160 crore milestone.

For our readers, it's important to understand the distinction: the Gross India collection, estimated at ₹187.81 crore, represents the total value of tickets sold before taxes. The Net India collection of ₹159.16 crore is the figure after the deduction of entertainment taxes, which forms the basis for distributor shares.

After a strong opening day of ₹11.50 crore, "Bhooth Bangla" built on positive word-of-mouth, securing a robust first week of ₹78.50 crore and a commendable second week of ₹39.40 crore. The film has shown a typical box office trajectory, benefiting from weekend surges and experiencing weekday drops. Recent collections, such as ₹4.08 crore on Day 24 (May 10) and ₹1.97 crore on Day 31 (May 17), highlight its ability to draw audiences during non-working days. However, as it enters its sixth week, the daily numbers have naturally settled into a declining pattern, with the estimated ₹0.61 crore today reflecting this normal end-of-run trend.

With a reported budget of ₹120.00 crore, "Bhooth Bangla" has already proven to be a highly profitable venture solely based on its India theatrical run. The film's estimated Net India collection of ₹159.16 crore translates to a substantial Return on Investment (ROI) of 133% against its budget. This excellent performance has solidified its "Hit" verdict, underscoring its commercial success for producers and distributors alike.

Priyadarshan's signature blend of horror and comedy, coupled with Akshay Kumar's star power, has resonated well with audiences. The film's consistent run indicates strong family appeal, a trait often seen in successful horror-comedies from this director-actor duo. It's performing admirably in a genre that sees varying degrees of success, carving out a significant niche for itself among Hindi releases of 2026.

A strong theatrical performance like "Bhooth Bangla's" significantly boosts the film's value in the non-theatrical market. With such impressive India numbers, the producers are likely to command a premium for its satellite and digital streaming rights. While no official announcements have been made, expect high demand for its eventual OTT premiere, likely a few weeks after its theatrical run concludes.

Having already achieved a "Hit" verdict, "Bhooth Bangla" is now in its consolidation phase. Given its current pace and the natural decline in footfalls, unofficial estimates suggest the film is likely to conclude its India theatrical run in the range of ₹160-165 crore Net India. The journey past ₹159 crore is a significant milestone, solidifying its position as one of the year's commercial successes.

BoxOfficeIndia24 Multiplex Data Analysis

Our proprietary BoxOfficeIndia24 multiplex circuit analysis reveals the shifting demand for "Bhooth Bangla" across major national chains.

For today, Day 36 (May 22, 2026), PVR cinemas recorded an estimated 6,493 tickets sold across 83 theatres from 155 shows. INOX followed with an estimated 5,623 tickets sold across 86 theatres from 155 shows. The combined footfalls for PVR & INOX multiplexes today stand at 12,116 tickets across 169 theatres.

Comparing this to yesterday, Day 35 (May 21, 2026), PVR saw 7,613 tickets sold, while INOX registered 5,991 tickets. This indicates a day-on-day decline in demand. Specifically, PVR witnessed a -15% change in tickets sold compared to yesterday, while INOX experienced a more modest -6% change. The reduction in show counts (PVR: 281 to 155; INOX: 266 to 155) is a standard practice as films enter their later weeks, impacting the overall occupancy index. Despite the tapering showtimes, the film continues to draw a consistent segment of the audience in its specific show slots, showcasing residual chain-level demand.

As "Bhooth Bangla" inches towards its final curtain call, its box office journey will be remembered as a significant win for Hindi cinema in 2026.