Akshay Kumar’s Bhooth Bangla Scene Cuts Upset Tabu? Priyadarshan Clears The Air On Growing Speculation

Director Priyadarshan has dismissed speculation that Akshay Kumar and Tabu fell out over edited portions in Bhooth Bangla, stressing that no scenes were removed at anyone's request and that decisions about the final cut rest only with the director, even as the film continues its successful theatrical run after releasing on April 17.

Responding to reports that Tabu felt misled about her screen time, Priyadarshan made it clear that the rumours do not match reality and argued that those spreading such claims are trying to undermine Bhooth Bangla at a time when audience response and box office trends are largely positive despite mixed critical reviews.

Bhooth Bangla Akshay Kumar Tabu Priyadarshan: director rejects talk of rift

Speaking to Pinkvilla, Priyadarshan said, "I don't know why and who is spreading this negative news." The director further stated, "Tabu is not upset at all. I have done eight films with her, and if she was upset, she would have told me." These remarks were aimed directly at viral stories suggesting tension with Akshay Kumar.

Priyadarshan emphasised that creative decisions on Bhooth Bangla stayed with the director alone, adding, "I am the director of Bhooth Bangla, and I decide what to keep and what not to. The film is a big success, but some are trying to spread negativity." The comments sought to counter social media chatter about interference from lead actors.

Bhooth Bangla Akshay Kumar Tabu Priyadarshan: cast, release and box office

Bhooth Bangla reunited Priyadarshan with Akshay Kumar, Tabu, Paresh Rawal and Rajpal Yadav, with Wamiqa Gabbi also playing a significant part. The film, backed by Balaji Motion Pictures and Cape of Good Films, opened on April 17 and has slowly gained strength through word of mouth, even as reviewers delivered a mixed verdict on performances and comedy timing.

Key production and release details of Bhooth Bangla are given below for clarity on the project that has triggered the current discussion around Akshay Kumar, Tabu and Priyadarshan, which the director maintains is fuelled by speculation rather than any disagreement between the long-time collaborators.

Detail	Information
Film	Bhooth Bangla
Release date	April 17
Director	Priyadarshan
Main cast	Akshay Kumar, Tabu, Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, Wamiqa Gabbi
Producers	Balaji Motion Pictures, Cape of Good Films

Addressing claims that Akshay Kumar pushed for cuts, Priyadarshan said, "Akshay didn't ask me to edit any part; he never does. I do my work with honesty, and every actor comes and sees the film before the release. Whoever is spreading such rumours should be ashamed." The statement underlined long-standing trust within the team.

Bhooth Bangla also features one of the final screen roles of Asrani, remembered widely for playing the jail warden in Sholay; Asrani died on October 20, 2025, aged 84, and will also appear posthumously in Haiwaan, another Priyadarshan film with Akshay Kumar, giving the current release additional emotional weight for Hindi cinema audiences.